Published in Genome Biology · View the paper (DOI)
The kiwi genome sequencing reveals several genes involved in colour vision are inactivated, while the diversity of odorant receptors is higher than in other birds, indicating a reliance on their sense of smell for foraging. Genetic changes occurred about 35 million years ago, reflecting the kiwi's adaptation to its nocturnal lifestyle.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Kiwi bird genome sequenced Max-Planck-Gesellschaft · Jul 22, 2015 · first to report
- Kiwi genomes explain the unusual characteristics of an endangered bird BMC (BioMed Central) · Jul 22, 2015