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Extensive intra- and inter-genetic admixture of Chinese gamecock and other indigenous chicken breeds revealed by genomic data.
Poultry science - 1 Jul 2023
Ren Xufang, Guan Zi, Li Haiying, Wen Junhui, Zhao Xiurong, Wang Gang, Zhang Xinye, Wang Huie, Zhang Li, Yu Fuqing, Qu Lujiang
Abstract excerpt
Genomic admixture is a widespread phenomenon among domestic animal breeds, including chickens. However, reports on admixture within Chinese gamecocks or other indigenous chickens are limited. This study focuses on the population genetic structure and admixture of 5 Chinese gamecock breeds and the admixture with 9 other indigenous Chinese chicken breeds. Our results showed that Turpan and Henan gamecocks were...
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