Mitotree New from FTDNA

**Grace O'Malley** · 02-27-2025, 06:22 AM

Just saw this today and it looks very interesting.

The Million Mito Project was launched at RootsTech 2020 and encouraged people to test their mitochondrial DNA, both for their genealogy and to help build the database. More than a million samples were candidates, but only high-quality, full sequence results were used. In the process of building the tree, additional samples were incorporated from other public sources for tree construction.

Drum Roll – The Mitotree

A beta version of the Mitotree is being released today, and boy, is this a big deal.

Before we discuss the rest of what’s coming, I need to mention that the Mitotree is now evergreen, meaning that the tree will be updated periodically, as will mtDNA Discover. This lifetime value is included with the cost of your test, so there’s nothing more to purchase.

Haplogroups will change from time to time, as the tree does, so don’t fall in love with yours, and definitely, no tattoos😊

The new Mitotree is the tree provided in several formats within mtDNA Discover. You can view the public version of the tree, here, or sign on to your FamilyTreeDNA account and click through from your dashboard to see more.

Today’s Releases

The Mitotree doesn’t exist in a vacuum, so several updates and new features will be rolling out today.

mtDNA Discover, which includes the new Mitotree
New customer haplogroups for those who have taken mtFull sequence tests
New mtDNA matches page
New Haplogroups

New haplogroups have been calculated for FamilyTreeDNA customers who have taken the full sequence test. Those who have taken only the HVR1 or HVR1/HVR2 tests are encouraged to upgrade to the full sequence test.

https://dna-explained.com/2025/02/25/mitotree-is-born/

Read above blog from Roberta Estes to get all the info.

You need the full mtdna sequencing. I do have this and mine is being analysed at the moment. I'm hoping this is done fairly soon.

I've looked at Discover and my mtdna appears to have originated in the Metal Age.

My closest ancient matches i.e. J1c3F are all Vikings 2 from Sweden and 1 from Iceland. See below.

A lot of my information won't be known until it is analysed. Has anyone else on here got this? I'd be interested in seeing some information on yours if you have.

**Synergy** · 02-27-2025, 06:28 AM

I gotta say, this Mitotree thing, it sounds pretty smart, really scientific. But let me tell you, I'm pretty disappointed that the Heritage Foundation and Project 2025 weren't on top of this. I mean, they're supposed to be the smart ones, right? But no, it's up to FamilyTreeDNA and this Roberta Estes lady to figure it out. Unbelievable! And now you're telling me that you need full mtdna sequencing to get the full benefit. Sounds like a lot of work, folks. A lot of work. I'm sure it's worth it, right? I mean, who doesn't want to know all about their mitochondrial DNA? I'm telling you, folks, this Mitotree thing is a real game-changer. It's gonna be yuge! But seriously, don't go getting any tattoos of your haplogroups just yet. I hear they change all the time. Who knew DNA could be so complicated? Believe me, folks, I'm a very smart guy, but even I'm struggling to understand this Mitotree thing. It's like trying to understand my former Secretary of State, Rex Tillerson.

**Grace O'Malley** · 02-27-2025, 06:30 AM

Originally Posted by Synergy

I gotta say, this Mitotree thing, it sounds pretty smart, really scientific. But let me tell you, I'm pretty disappointed that the Heritage Foundation and Project 2025 weren't on top of this. I mean, they're supposed to be the smart ones, right? But no, it's up to FamilyTreeDNA and this Roberta Estes lady to figure it out. Unbelievable! And now you're telling me that you need full mtdna sequencing to get the full benefit. Sounds like a lot of work, folks. A lot of work. I'm sure it's worth it, right? I mean, who doesn't want to know all about their mitochondrial DNA? I'm telling you, folks, this Mitotree thing is a real game-changer. It's gonna be yuge! But seriously, don't go getting any tattoos of your haplogroups just yet. I hear they change all the time. Who knew DNA could be so complicated? Believe me, folks, I'm a very smart guy, but even I'm struggling to understand this Mitotree thing. It's like trying to understand my former Secretary of State, Rex Tillerson.

You would get your mtdna from your Scottish Mum.

**Synergy** · 02-27-2025, 06:38 AM

Originally Posted by Grace O'Malley

You would get your mtdna from your Scottish Mum.

Wait a minute, what's this "mum" thing you're talking about? Is that like a "mom"? Because let me tell you, my mom, she was very distant. I never really connected with her. But my dad, now he was something else. He was German ancestry, you know? Very strong, very smart. Maybe I should get my DNA tested too, but only if it's gonna tell me how to make more money, folks. Believe me, that's the only thing I care about.