Complete Mitochondrial Genome Profile of Randall’s Threadfin Bream, <i>Nemipterus randalli</i> and Its Phylogenetic Analysis

We characterized the complete mitogenome of Nemipterus randalli and performed comparative mitogenomic
\nanalysis with previously determined mitochondrial genomes belonging to the family Nemipteridae. Using Sanger
\nsequencing, we identified a 16,642 bp mitogenome containing 37 genes (13 protein-coding, 2 rRNA, 22 tRNA)
\nand a non-coding region. Its gene organization, nucleotide composition, tRNA secondary structure and codon
\nusage are similar to other Nemipteridae mitogenomes.
\nThe phylogenetic analysis indicated that Nemipteridae
\nis a monophyletic group. The present study forms the
\nbasis for further studies on the population genetics,
\nevolution and phylogeny of N. randalli and its family.