Genome-wide association study reveals novel loci associated with feeding behavior in Pekin ducks

Abstract 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 info...

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Main Authors: Guang-Sheng Li, Feng Zhu, Fan Zhang, Fang-Xi Yang, Jin-Ping Hao, Zhuo-Cheng Hou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-05-01
Series:BMC Genomics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12864-021-07668-1