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This has given scientists fresh insight into the biological processes which affect the functions of the animal in question. Researchers at the veterinary genetics laboratory and around the globe are working towards identifying other variants involved in producing the myriad of beautiful coat color phenotypes that exist in the horse. Thoroughly covers the basic colors in horses, including bay, chestnut, black, and brown details the genetic basis of the. I would say that this is one of the most definitive books on horse color. Jun 02, 2017 about this book equine color genetic s, fourth edition presents a detailed examination of the color variation in horses and donkeys and the genetic mechanisms that produce color variations. This book is the best genetics book that i have been able to find however it was written a few years ago to which a surprising amount of horse colours genetics have been studied and learned making parts of the book out of date.
Jan 12, 2010 there are over 250 breeds of horses worldwide, with different abilities, temperaments and phenotypic traits that have developed and diversified for thousands of years since horses were first domesticated by humans. Phillip sponenberg this book has incredibly detailed information about horse colours and the genes that control them. Horse genetics explains the transmission of characteristics from sires and dams to their foals. Dna testing for specific genes is a relatively new thing. Phillip sponenberg this book has incredibly detailed information about horse colours and the genes that control.
Equine color genetics kindle edition by sponenberg, d. Basics of horse color genetics explained with pictures. Equine color genetics, 4th edition thoroughly covers the basic colors in horses, including bay, chestnut, black, and brown details the genetic basis of the colors. This book was specifically ordered for the information and author. Equine color genetics 3rd ed veterinary information network. A guide to colour mutations and genetics in parrots vetbooks.
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Early research in this area dealt exclusively with analysis of stud books, observation of various matings with subsequent color foals produced, and then. Many colors are possible, but all variations are produced by changes in only a few genes. The author discusses the interaction of genetic phenomena that build the colors and examines patterns of white hair that may superimpose on colors. The book provides valuable information that enables breeders to tailor their breeding programs to maximize desired color outcomes and minimize undesired color. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in horse colors. For more information on equine color genetics please see. Graves explained that some breed registries are either based on horses coat colors or have color restrictions. The silver, or silver dapple gene can be carried by any color horse but will only affect those with a black coat. Bowling, following the sequencing of the complete horse genome. Phillip sponenberg author, rebecca bellone author format. Horse genetics, 3rd edition completely updated and revised, the third edition of this essential textbook describes the basic genetics of the horse including coat colour. Equine color genetics presents the most recent advances in color genetics for breeders of horses, donkeys, and mules.
The spirit of this book reflects anns love of horses and genetics. Horse color was always one of kurskayas greatest interests, beginning as a hobby and evolving into professional study of horse color genetics, as she first wrote articles online and in print magazines, and eventually published a book horse colors in russian. May 30, 2017 equine color genetics kindle edition by sponenberg, d. Genes free fulltext coat color roan shows association with. Completely updated and revised, the third edition of this essential textbook describes the basic genetics of the horse including coat colour, parentage, medical. Offering information on how to tailor breeding programs to maximize desired color outcomes, the text bridges the gap between the scientific and lay communities without. To learn about the genetics behind each of these coat colors, download american quarter horse coat color genetics from aqhas premium library of e books, free to aqha members. This is a fully updated edition of the widely read textbook by dr ann t. Beginning with a clear explanation of basic genetics author vera kurskaya quickly moves to the main theories. Vetgen currently offers dna testing for black, chestnut, cream dilution and silver dilution. Equine color genetics, third edition presents the most recent advances in color genetics for breeders of horses, donkeys, and mules.
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