Transposable element-associated structural variants and gene expression patterns in the hybrid of Megalobrama amblycephala♀ × Culter alburnus♂

Key Points

• Transposable element-associated structural variants influence gene expression patterns in the hybrid.
• Gene expression levels were significantly different between the hybrids and parental species, suggesting unique genetic interactions.
• Assessment of structural variants reveals diverse genetic alterations linked to transposable elements in the hybrids.
• This genetic analysis highlights the complexity of hybrid gene expression, indicating the need for further investigation.