Inbreeding In Poultry: Understanding The Impact On Genetic Diversity And Health
Yes, chickens can be inbred, which is the mating of closely related individuals. Inbreeding increases genetic uniformity but reduces genetic diversity, leading to increased homozygosity and reduced heterozygosity. This heightened homozygosity can result in the expression of recessive traits, some of which may be detrimental to health and fitness. While line breeding, a controlled form…