The chromosome-scale genome of the raccoon dog: Insights into its evolutionary characteristics

genes may explain their high reproductivity. Enriched GO terms in energy metabolism and positively selected immune genes were speculated to be closely related to the diverse immune system of raccoon dogs. In addition, we found that several expanded gene families and positively selected genes related to lipid metabolism and insulin resistance may contribute to winter sleep of the raccoon dog. This high-quality genome provides a valuable resource for understanding the evolutionary characteristics of this species.

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