First Birth of Cheetah Cubs from In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer

First Birth of Cheetah Cubs from In Vitro Fertilization and Embryo Transfer

Approximately 30% of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums cheetah population (~350 total animals) is unlikely to breed naturally due to advanced age, health, or behavioral issues. Aging cheetah females (≥9 y old) are unlikely to become pregnant via natural breeding if they are nulliparous. We previ...

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Main Authors: Adrienne E. Crosier, Julie Lamy, Priya Bapodra, Suzi Rapp, Morgan Maly, Randy Junge, Holly Haefele, Jason Ahistus, Jenny Santiestevan, Pierre Comizzoli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2020-10-01
Series:Animals
Subjects:
assisted breeding
cheetahs
ovum pick-up
in vitro fertilization
embryo transfer
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/10/10/1811

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