ERGA-BGE reference genome of the Eurasian Woodcock (Scolopax rusticola), a game bird species with isolated populations of conservation interest

Key Points

• The aim is to provide a reference genome for Scolopax rusticola to study population dynamics and conservation.
• Assembled genome into 45 chromosomal pseudomolecules and 2 sex chromosomes (W and Z).
• Generated a chromosome-level assembly of 1.2 Gb composed of contigs and scaffolds.
• Measured contig and scaffold N50 values at 5.9 Mb and 34.2 Mb, respectively.
• The genome consists of 1,613 contigs and 935 scaffolds.
• This assembly will help investigate the conservation status and population structure across the breeding range.
• Specifically addresses the needs of isolated Macaronesian populations.

Abstract