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OverviewThe book discusses the morphology, adaptability of the local chickens; genetic principles behind these modifications, their effect on adaptation and performance. The book also discusses the major gene types in the Nigerian local chickens, their adaptation and comparative performance; the genetic resources, the existence of genetic differences within and between the populations and potential for improvement. It further discusses geographical classification of the local chicken as a bias estimate of genetic variability stressing that body dimensions and performance variation of local chicken populations have revealed the existence of genetic differences within and between ecological zones. The text discusses the current state of knowledge and challenges of the Nigerian local chickens. The book targets researchers in local chicken breeding and genetics, postgraduates of animal breeding, government policy makers for agricultural, rural development and extension services. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Deeve Sebastian Gwaza , Dim Ndu , Momoh MichaelPublisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing Imprint: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.10cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.277kg ISBN: 9783659770678ISBN 10: 3659770671 Pages: 184 Publication Date: 24 November 2015 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |