The genetic basis of novel water utilisation and drinking behaviour traits and their relationship with biological performance in turkeys
Abstract Background There is increasing interest in the definition, measurement and use of traits associated with water use and drinking behaviour, mainly because water is a finite resource and its intake is an important part of animal health and well-being. Analysis of such traits has received litt...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | deu |
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BMC
2017-09-01
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Series: | Genetics Selection Evolution |
Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12711-017-0343-0 |