R-Z281 / R1a1a1b1a3a2a1

Key facts

Samples

Ancient DNA

• I29170.TW2451 BPaDNA
• VK354 - Oland_1026OlandViking - 986 ± 38 CEaDNA
• VK498 - Estonia_Salme_II-ZSaaremaa - SalmeEarlyViking - 8th century CEaDNA

FAQ

What is haplogroup R-Z281?

R-Z281 (R1a1a1b1a3a2a1) is a paternal haplogroup downstream of R-CTS8401, formed about 2,600 years ago (YFull: 2,400), defined by 17 equivalent mutations; TheYtree curates 38 sub-clades and 7 samples under this lineage (Scientific 4 / Ancient 3).

When did R-Z281 form?

R-Z281 formed about 2,600 years ago (YFull: 2,400).

Where are R-Z281 samples mainly from?

TheYtree curates 7 samples under this lineage, mainly from United Kingdom、Sweden、Estonia.

How do I attach my sample to R-Z281?

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