Do runs of homozygosity reveal signatures of positive selection for reproduction traits in breed and non-breed horses?
The results of this study give a comprehensive insight into the frequency and number of ROHs in various horses and their potential influence on population diversity and selection pressures. Comparisons of breed and non-breed horses suggest a significant artificial as well as natural selection pressure on reproduction performance in all types of horse populations.
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