Article
Genome-wide association study reveals novel loci associated with feeding behavior in Pekin ducks.
BMC genomics - 8 May 2021
Li Guang-Sheng, Zhu Feng, Zhang Fan, Yang Fang-Xi, Hao Jin-Ping, Hou Zhuo-Cheng
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Feeding behavior traits are an essential part of livestock production. However, the genetic base of feeding behavior traits remains unclear in Pekin ducks. This study aimed to determine novel loci related to feeding behavior in Pekin ducks. RESULTS: In this study, the feeding information of 540 Pekin ducks was recorded, and individual genotype was evaluated using genotyping-by-sequencing methods....
Topics
- Animals
- Ducks
- Feeding Behavior
- Genome-Wide Association Study
- Genotype
- Phenotype
