Genetic analysis of local Vietnamese chickens provides evidence of gene flow from wild to domestic populations

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Previous studies suggested that multiple domestication events in South and South-East Asia (Yunnan and surrounding areas) and India have led to the genesis of modern domestic chickens. Ha Giang province is a northern Vietnamese regio...

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Main Authors: Chi C Vu, Nguyen B Trong, Bed'Hom B, Thanh H Hoang, Van T Nhu, Leroy G, Berthouly C, Monicat F, Tixier-Boichard M, Verrier E, Maillard J-C, Rognon X
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-01-01
Series:BMC Genetics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2156/10/1