M65a

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M65a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of M65, formed about 18,800 years ago, defined by 2 mutations; TheYtree curates 4 sub-clades and 17 samples under this lineage (Personal 2 / Scientific 8 / Ancient 7).

Key facts

Upstream lineageM65
Downstream sub-clades4
Defining mutations2
TMRCA~18,800 yr · 18.8 kya
AliasesYFull M65a · FTDNA M65a

Samples

17Samples in lineage
2Personal
8Scientific
7Ancient
Pakistan 8Sri Lanka 4India 3Ukraine 1Afghanistan 1

Representative ancient samples (aDNA)

  • UKR024object 189 burial 1,Site Mamay-Gora,Zaporizhzhia1400-1500 CEaDNA
  • I6546Swat Valley - Barikot974-836 calBCEaDNA
  • I6197Swat Valley - Udegram1200-800 BCEaDNA
  • I12459Swat Valley - Loebanr1000-800 BCEaDNA

FAQ

What is haplogroup M65a?

M65a is a mitochondrial (maternal) haplogroup downstream of M65, formed about 18,800 years ago, defined by 2 mutations; TheYtree curates 4 sub-clades and 17 samples under this lineage (Personal 2 / Scientific 8 / Ancient 7).

When did M65a form?

M65a formed about 18,800 years ago.

Where are M65a samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 17 samples under this lineage, mainly from Pakistan、Sri Lanka、India.

How do I attach my sample to M65a?

Register and use the Free Submit tool to submit your maternal haplogroup or mutations; it will be placed on the corresponding maternal tree.



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