Genetics And Evolution Of The Domestic Fowl

Author : Lewis Stevens
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 323 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 1991-11-21
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780521403177

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Genetics and Evolution of the Domestic Fowl by Lewis Stevens Pdf

The science of genetics has undergone a period of very rapid and significant development in recent years, and the area of poultry genetics has been no exception. This book provides a balanced and up-to-date account of all the major areas of this subject from Mendelian to modern molecular genetics. The book begins by tracing the evolution of Gallus domesticus from its avian ancestors. Subsequent chapters cover important aspects of poultry genetics, including cytogenetics, transmission genetics, gene mapping, sex linkage, lethal genes, genetics of feathering and plumage, and quantitative genetics. In each chapter, a concise explanation of the genetic principles is followed by a full discussion illustrated by key examples. In the latter part of the book, recent advances in gene cloning and sequencing are examined. The impact of these exciting new developments on our understanding of gene structure and organisation, immunogenetics and the evolution of proteins is assessed. Finally, the uses of transgenic techniques and their implications are discussed. This book provides a clear and useful survey of the genetics and evolution of the domestic fowl, which will be of interest to postgraduate students and researchers in the fields of genetics, agriculture and veterinary medicine, as well as to poultry breeders (both commercial and non-commercial).

Author : Brian Reeder
Publisher : Author House
Page : 126 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2011-05-05
Category : Pets
ISBN : 9781456747831

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An Introduction to Form and Feathering of the Domestic Fowl by Brian Reeder Pdf

In this introduction to the genetics of form and feathering of the domestic fowl you will fi nd a straightforward method that allows anyone, beginner or advanced hobbyist, to understand how the major genes of form and feathering come together to create the silhouette that is the hallmark of each breed. Beginning with a discussion of the skeleton genes, then moving to muscling genes, feathering genes and fi nally to comb genes, an understanding of the layers that make the silhouette is revealed. From this system of understanding how the silhouette is formed, one can then understand what really makes one breed unique from another. All of the genes presented herein are found in the commonly seen exhibition breeds and many hobbyists will be familiar with these breeds, but may be less familiar with the genetic factors involved. This volume is a wonderful tool for learning the basis of how the breeds are made, how their respective forms are derived from separate genes of form and feathering, and how those genes all come together to make the one visual impression that we consider a breed. There is in fact no one single gene which makes the form of any given breed. Many genes are required to derive each type and the combination of those many genes creates the silhouette. As you will see from the many silhouette illustrations in this book, once you know a breed, it is instantly recognizable from its silhouette alone. In addition to the discussion of the genes, there is a discussion of basic genetic concepts and of the complex and often confusing method of quantitative selection that is very applicable to many of the genes described herein. This book presents a very clear system for learning about the genetics of form and feathering in the domestic fowl and is written to be understood by the young and beginners alike.

Author : Charles Benedict Davenport
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1022196006

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Inheritance of Characteristics in Domestic Fowl by Charles Benedict Davenport Pdf

This book explores the science of genetics through the study of domestic fowl, specifically examining how traits are passed down through generations. Charles Benedict Davenport's work is both groundbreaking and accessible, offering insight into the inner workings of the natural world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Charles Benedict Davenport
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 102076631X

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Inheritance of Characteristics in Domestic Fowl by Charles Benedict Davenport Pdf

This book explores the science of genetics through the study of domestic fowl, specifically examining how traits are passed down through generations. Charles Benedict Davenport's work is both groundbreaking and accessible, offering insight into the inner workings of the natural world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : F. B. Hutt
Publisher : Norton Creek Press
Page : 605 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2003-05
Category : Chickens
ISBN : 9780972177030

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Genetics of the Fowl by F. B. Hutt Pdf

This has been the indispensable companion of chicken breeders since its introduction in 1949. Chapters include the genetics of plumage, egg production, body size, disease resistance, and much more. (Animals/Pets)

Author : Andrew Lawler
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2014-12-02
Category : History
ISBN : 9781476729916

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Why Did the Chicken Cross the World? by Andrew Lawler Pdf

Veteran journalist Andrew Lawler delivers a “fascinating and delightful…globetrotting tour” (Wall Street Journal) with the animal that has been most crucial to the spread of civilization—the chicken. In a masterful combination of historical sleuthing and journalistic adventure, veteran reporter Andrew Lawler “opens a window on civilization, evolution, capitalism, and ethics” (New York) with a fascinating account of the most successful of all cross-species relationships—the partnership between human and chicken. This “splendid book full of obsessive travel and research in history” (Kirkus Reviews) explores how people through the ages embraced the chicken as a messenger of the gods, an all-purpose medicine, an emblem of resurrection, a powerful sex symbol, a gambling aid, a handy research tool, an inspiration for bravery, the epitome of evil, and, of course, the star of the world’s most famous joke. Queen Victoria was obsessed with the chicken. Socrates’s last words embraced it. Charles Darwin and Louis Pasteur used it for scientific breakthroughs. Religious leaders of all stripes have praised it. Now neuroscientists are uncovering signs of a deep intelligence that offers insights into human behavior. Trekking from the jungles of southeast Asia through the Middle East and beyond, Lawler discovers the secrets behind the fowl’s transformation from a shy, wild bird into an animal of astonishing versatility, capable of serving our species’ changing needs more than the horse, cow, or dog. The natural history of the chicken, and its role in entertainment, food history, and food politics, as well as the debate raging over animal welfare, comes to light in this “witty, conversational” (Booklist) volume.

Author : Charles B. Davenport
Publisher : Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Page : 124 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2018-11-22
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 172981929X

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Inheritance of Characteristics in Domestic Fowl by Charles B. Davenport Pdf

This special re-print edition of Charles B. Davenport's book "Inheritance of Characteristics in Domestic Fowl" is a basic guide to poultry genetics. Written in 1909 by of the early experts on poultry and particularly chicken genetics, this classic text sheds light on the inheritance of the basic characteristics of poultry. Included in this short book are chapters on the inheritance of the Split or Y Comb, Polydactylism, Rumplessness, Winglessness, Booting, Nostril Form, Crests, Comb Lops, The Basic Plumage Colors of White, Black and Buff, The Inheritance of Blue, Spangled or Barred Plumage and more. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.

Author : Paul M. Hocking
Publisher : CABI
Page : 478 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 9781845933753

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Biology of Breeding Poultry by Paul M. Hocking Pdf

This book reviews the biological science and background to breeding meat poultry, specifically broiler, turkey and duck. These commercial birds have been changed by genetic selection to such an extent that they are substantially different from traditional breeds and laying hens. Covering science, management and husbandry systems, this book is an essential reference for researchers and students in animal science, as well as technical staff of breeding companies and poultry meat producers. Part of the Poultry Science Symposium Series.

Author : William M. Muir,Heng Wei Cheng
Publisher : Elsevier Inc. Chapters
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2013-04-22
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780128060001

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Genetics and the Behavior of Domestic Animals by William M. Muir,Heng Wei Cheng Pdf

Many behaviors in poultry can be modified by genetic selection. Selection of laying hens for maximum egg production had the unfortunate side effect of increased rates of beak inflicted damage on other birds. Selective breeding has eliminated broodiness and has either increased or decreased other behaviors, such as hysteria, fearfulness, appetite in broilers, social dominance, ability and damage to other birds. Genetic selection can be used to reduce behaviors that cause welfare problems. However, it must be approached with caution to avoid unintended consequences that would be detrimental to welfare. A calm, docile bird that appears behaviorally calm, may take longer for its heart rate to return to normal after it is frightened. The use of group selection instead of single-bird selection can be effectively used to reduce undesirable behaviors such as feather pecking and to maintain high egg production. An entire group of birds is selected instead of selecting individuals.

Author : Charles Benedict 1866-1944 Davenport
Publisher : Wentworth Press
Page : 134 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2016-08-29
Category : History
ISBN : 1373497106

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INHERITANCE OF CHARACTERISTICS by Charles Benedict 1866-1944 Davenport Pdf

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 1909
Category : Electronic
ISBN : OCLC:780255296

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Inheritance of Characteristics in Domestic Fowl by Anonim Pdf

Author : Xiaojun Liu
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2018-09-05
Category : Cooking
ISBN : 9781789236309

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Application of Genetics and Genomics in Poultry Science by Xiaojun Liu Pdf

Genetics and genomics in poultry have been the most rapidly advancing subjects since the completion of the chicken genome sequence in 2004 and have been extensively used to understand the genetic determinants of complex traits. This book intends to provide readers with a comprehensive overview of the current progress in the application of genetic and genomic science in the poultry field. The contents cover genetic variation detection, selection methods for breeding, transgenesis and genome editing, genetic basis of disease resistance, control of gene expression and regulation, reproduction and meat quality, etc. The book should prove useful to researchers and students working in related fields.

Author : Edmund Russell
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 239 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2011-04-11
Category : History
ISBN : 9781139496476

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Evolutionary History by Edmund Russell Pdf

We tend to see history and evolution springing from separate roots, one grounded in the human world and the other in the natural world. Human beings have, however, become probably the most powerful species shaping evolution today, and human-caused evolution in other species has probably been the most important force shaping human history. This book introduces readers to evolutionary history, a new field that unites history and biology to create a fuller understanding of the past than either can produce on its own. Evolutionary history can stimulate surprising new hypotheses for any field of history and evolutionary biology. How many art historians would have guessed that sculpture encouraged the evolution of tuskless elephants? How many biologists would have predicted that human poverty would accelerate animal evolution? How many military historians would have suspected that plant evolution would convert a counter-insurgency strategy into a rebel subsidy? With examples from around the globe, this book will help readers see the broadest patterns of history and the details of their own life in a new light.

Author : Colin G. Scanes,Sami Dridi
Publisher : Academic Press
Page : 1464 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2021-11-06
Category : Science
ISBN : 9780323853514

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Sturkie's Avian Physiology by Colin G. Scanes,Sami Dridi Pdf

Sturkie's Avian Physiology, Seventh Edition is the classic comprehensive single volume on the physiology of domestic as well as wild birds. This latest edition is thoroughly revised and updated and features several new chapters with entirely new content on such topics as vision, sensory taste, pain reception, evolution, and domestication. Chapters throughout have been greatly expanded due to the many recent advances in the field. This book is written by international experts in different aspects of avian physiology. For easy reading and searches, this book is structured under a series of themes, beginning with genomic studies, sensory biology and nervous systems, and major organs. The chapters then move on to investigate metabolism, endocrine physiology, reproduction, and finally cross-cutting themes such as stress and rhythms. New chapters on feathers and skin are featured as well. Sturkie’s Avian Physiology, Seventh Edition is an important resource for ornithologists, poultry scientists, and other researchers in avian studies. It is also useful for students in avian or poultry physiology, as well as avian veterinarians. Stands out as the only single volume devoted to bird physiology Features updates, revisions, or additions to each chapter Written and edited by international leaders in avian studies

Author : Margaret Elsinor Derry
Publisher : University of Toronto Press
Page : 297 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2012-01-01
Category : History
ISBN : 9781442643956

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Art and Science in Breeding by Margaret Elsinor Derry Pdf

Chickens are now the most scientifically engineered of livestock. How have the methods used by geneticists differed from those employed by domestic breeders over time? Art and Science in Breeding details the relationship between farm practices and agricultural genetics in poultry breeding from 1850 to 1960. Margaret E. Derry traces the history and organization of chicken breeding in North America, from craft approaches and breeding as an 'art,' to the conflicts that had emerged between traditional and scientific methods by the 1940s. Derry assesses links between the 'scientific' revolution of chicken farming and the development of corporate breeding as a modern, international industry. Using poultry as a case study for the wider narrative of agricultural genetics, Art and Science in Breeding adds considerable knowledge to a rapidly growing field of inquiry.