 Reference Base  Inbreeding in captive Indian rhinoceros Rhinoceros unicornis |
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Baur, B.; Studer, P., 1995. Inbreeding in captive Indian rhinoceros Rhinoceros unicornis. International Zoo Yearbook 34: 205-211, figs. 1-2, table 1
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Genetics |
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Indian Rhino |
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[Definition] Inbreeding increases homozygous genotypes. Together with general tendencies for deleterious alleles to be recessive, this provides the basis of adverse effects. Inbreeding often leads to a reduction in viability and fertility.
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