An international team of scientists has unveiled the first high-quality reference genome for Morocco's iconic argan tree, paving the way for enhanced conservation and genetic improvement efforts.
Morocco is home to the last remaining population of great bustards in Africa, consisting of 72 to 78 birds that are now genetically distinct from their Iberian relatives. A recent discovery traces their presence in the region back to 14,700 BCE, providing evidence of their role in ritual funerary practices.