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Genetics and genomics of behavioral and welfare traits in poultry species

Code: 9781786767776
Heng-wei Cheng and Sha Jiang, Livestock Behavior Research Unit, USDA-ARS, USA and Southwest University, China

Chapter synopsis: This chapter reviews current research on the genetics of behavioral traits in poultry, particularly layers. The focus is particularly on aggressive behaviors such as feather pecking which remain a serious problem in both cage and alternative non-cage systems. The chapter shows the complex interactions between genetics and environment, individuals and groups, and how a multi-level group selection approach can be used to reduce aggressive behavior in chickens.

DOI: 10.19103/AS.2020.0065.13
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Table of contents 1 Introduction 2 The relationship of natural and artificial selection to animal welfare 3 Management, behavior and welfare in poultry 4 Selection programs, aggression and poultry welfare 5 Group selection approaches to reduce aggression 6 Limitations of selection programs 7 Summary and future trends 8 Where to look for further information 9 References

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