PRJNA504436
Whole Genome Sequencing and Reference Guided Genome assembly of Black Bengal Goat (BBG) and Development of Genomic Resources for GWAS
The Black Bengal Goat (BBG) is a breed of goat found throughout Bangladesh, West Bengal, Bihar, and Orissa regions of northeastern India. This breed is usually colored black but it is also found in brown, white or gray. The dwarf-size animals are the source of meat, milk, and leather for families - and a big part of the national economy of Bangladesh. The Black Bengal goat is small in size but its body structure is tight. Its horns are small and legs are short. Mature male goat weights about 25 to 30 kg and female 20 to 25 kg. It is poor in milk production. It is very popular in Bangladesh because of its very low demand of feed, high prolificacy, high quality skin and better meat quality. The Black Bengal goats gain sexual maturity at early age compared to other goat breeds. The female goat becomes pregnant twice a year and gives birth to 1–4 kids per pregnancy. This breed can adapt to any environment easily and its disease preventive ability is very high.