Analysis of Genetic Diversity of Egyptian Pigeon Breeds

Ancient Egyptians used pigeons not only as food in the form of squab but also as a messenger by virtue of their strong homing ability. Pigeons are bred for many purposes like meat in the form of squabs, exhibition as fancy and ornamental, flying and sports like racing competition, and finally for l...

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Main Authors: Sherif Ramadan, Hideaki Abe, Azusa Hayano, Junichi Yamaura, Tomoaki Onoda, Takeshi Miyake, Miho Inoue-Murayama
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Japan Poultry Science Association 2011-04-01
Series:The Journal of Poultry Science
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Online Access:https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jpsa/48/2/48_010109/_pdf/-char/en