Genetic Diversity and Signatures of Selection in a Native Italian Horse Breed Based on SNP Data

Genetic Diversity and Signatures of Selection in a Native Italian Horse Breed Based on SNP Data

Horses are nowadays mainly used for sport and leisure activities, and several local breeds, traditionally used in agriculture, have been exposed to a dramatic loss in population size and genetic diversity. The loss of genetic diversity negatively impacts individual fitness and reduces the potential...

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Main Authors: Michela Ablondi, Christos Dadousis, Matteo Vasini, Susanne Eriksson, Sofia Mikko, Alberto Sabbioni
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-06-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
conservation
selection scan
autochthonous
genomics
coat color
LCORL
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/6/1005

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