Angus Sequence Data: Whole Genome for a Single Beef Cattle

420 total sequence reads from paired-end whole genome sequencing of a single Bovidae Bos taurus (beef Angus) animal named Donnie. The data is provided in 14 compressed FASTQ files, part of a collection from the USDA's National Animal Germplasm Program. The dataset was last updated on 2026 -03-13.

Use Cases

• Assemble a bovine reference genome based on the provided whole genome sequence data.
• Conduct variant calling or SNP discovery based on the paired-end sequencing reads.
• Benchmark sequence alignment tools using the 210 data lines of forward and reverse reads.
• Study genetic markers specific to the Angus breed based on the sequenced individual.

Strengths

• Data includes 420 total sequence reads from paired-end sequencing, providing structural context.
• Files are in the standard FASTQ format, widely supported by bioinformatics tools.
• Dataset is part of a documented collection with a provided diagram explaining the read structure.

Limitations

• Row count is unknown, which may limit suitability assessment.
• Column-level documentation is absent; field semantics must be inferred after download.
• Data is from a single individual, limiting population-level genetic inferences.

Provenance

Source

Department of Agriculture, National Animal Germplasm Program

Collection Method

Paired-end whole genome sequencing, likely by RAPiD-Genomics.

Time Range

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Freshness

Last updated 2026-03-13 22:46:16.416544; freshness should be verified.

Geography

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