GMS7: Plumage Pigments
Chickens / Genetics Mini-Series

GMS7: Plumage Pigments

During the weekly genetic mini-series, we have discussed the basics of genetic inheritance in chickens.  We first discussed egg color, introducing the idea of basic autosomal dominance (simple dominant and recessive) during our discussion of blue egg color.  We then approached incomplete dominance as seen in blue feathering.  After reviewing the basic mechanics of DNA … Continue reading