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A selection breeding pattern for sexually dimorphic breast plumage color in Guangxi Yao chickens.
Poultry science - 1 Nov 2024
Li Jianbo, Wu Rifu, Wang Yan, Ma Jie, Peng Zhi, Luo Wei, Liu Tianfei, Shu Dingming, Qu Hao
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The breast plumage color of Guangxi Yao chickens shows obvious sexual dimorphism, with roosters showing black and black with red, and hens displaying partridge and red. Black plumage in roosters is considered a sign of quality, necessitating the purification of plumage color. Here, we developed an effective method based on genetic variations within MC1R and plumage characteristics. We clarified the distribution...
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