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LDHA gene is associated with pigeon survivability during racing competitions.
PloS one - 1 Jan 2018
Ramadan Sherif, Miyake Takeshi, Yamaura Junichi, Inoue-Murayama Miho
Abstract excerpt
Pigeon racing is a popular sport worldwide. Pigeons are under continuous selection to improve speed, spatial orientation, and endurance during long flights. However, numerous genetic and non-genetic factors affect survivability and homing ability, making such traits difficult for breeders to control. Polymorphisms in the lactate dehydrogenase A gene (LDHA) likely affects pigeon racing and homing abilities, due to...
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