Litter size at lambing influences genetic evaluation of maternal rearing ability
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DOI: 10.1071/an16422
Abstract: The genetic parameters for maternal rearing-ability of ewes were investigated by ignoring or defining the rearing ability trait separately by litter-size class (singles versus multiples) using multi-generational data from three, fully pedigreed Merino flocks differing… read more here.
Keywords: litter size; size; maternal rearing; rearing ability ... See more keywords
Limited effects of the maternal rearing environment on the behaviour and fitness of an insect herbivore and its natural enemy
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0209965
Abstract: The maternal rearing environment can affect offspring fitness or phenotype indirectly via ‘maternal effects’ and can also influence a mother’s behaviour and fecundity directly. However, it remains uncertain how the effects of the maternal rearing… read more here.
Keywords: maternal rearing; plant; rearing environment; fitness ... See more keywords