Hereditary defects and conservation genetic management of captive populations

Abstract 10.1002/(SICI)1098-2361(1999)18:23.3.CO;2-U The occurrence of hereditary disorders in conservation breeding programs may severely hamper the overall aim of such programs. The obstacles that arise in this context and the particular management strategies needed to deal with the problems are yet to be adequately addressed. Results from a literature review indicate that hereditary disorders may be […]