[Objective] This study utilizes whole-genome resequencing technology to evaluate the genetic integrity and diversity of Black Angus cattle. [Methods] Employing whole-genome resequencing data from 10 Black Angus cattle and 60 control group cattle using bioinformatics tools and analyses, this study investigates the genetic purity, diversity, and population structure. [Results] The whole-genome sequence data analysis of 10 Black Angus cattle revealed 15,064,459 SNP sites. The nucleotide diversity (pi) was recorded at 0.0015, with observed heterozygosity (Ho) at 0.2381 and expected heterozygosity (He) at 0.2430, indicating a low genetic diversity within the breed. Principal component analysis and population genetic structure assessments showed that Black Angus cattle generally cluster with European taurine cattle. Notably, deviations in four Black Angus cattle suggest hybridization events predominantly with Chinese indicine cattle and East Asian breeds, such as Korean cattle. [Conclusion] Among the cattle examined, six were identified as purebred Black Angus, while four exhibited signs of hybridization. |