Development of Gene Tag Tool and Tuna Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms (SNP)

This record describes the datasets collected from the development of a Gene Tagging Tool for the Regional Tuna Tagging Programme (RTTP) which is managed under the auspices of the Indian Ocean Tuna Commission and genetic tagging studies. The aim is to quantify population structures and migratory dynamics which are currently poorly understood. The use of SNP markers lend themselves easily to routine and inexpensive ($10-$20 per fish) screening methodologies. The stock assessment advice is used to assist in the conservation and optimal economic use of this resource. This record describes the datasets collected or resulting from the outcome of the programme. Acronyms: ANSFAS: -Australia New Zealand Food Authority SNPs: -Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms IOTC: -Indian Ocean Tuna Commission RTTP: -Regional Tuna Tagging Programme FRDC: -Fisheries Research and Development Corporation