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This chapter reviews current research on the genetics of behavioral traits in poultry, particularly layers. The focus is particularly on aggressive behaviors such as feather pecking which remain a serious problem in both cage and alternative non-cage systems. The chapter shows the complex interactions between genetics and environment, individuals and groups, and how a multi-level group selection approach can be used to reduce aggressive behavior in chickens.
Price: £25.00
Publisher: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Imprint: Burleigh Dodds Science Publishing
Series: Burleigh Dodds Series in Agricultural Science
Publication Date:
20 July 2020
ISBN: 9781786767776
Format: eBook
BISACs:
1 Introduction 2 The relationship of natural and artificial selection to animal welfare 3 Management, behavior and welfare in poultry 4 Selection programs, aggression and poultry welfare 5 Group selection approaches to reduce aggression 6 Limitations of selection programs 7 Summary and future trends 8 Where to look for further information 9 References