SynthesisVeterinary medicine and science2025
Meta-Analysis of Genetic Parameters for Growth and Carcass Traits in Japanese Quail.
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- Meta-Analysis of Genetic Parameters for Growth and Carcass Traits in Japanese Quail.Veterinary medicine and science · 2025Pooled it
- Genetic modelling of the weekly weight of Japanese quails using orthogonal Legendre polynomials.Archives animal breeding · 2026Article
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Abstract
backgroundThe considerable variability observed in genetic parameters for growth and carcass traits in Japanese quails necessitates a meta-analysis for their accurate estimation. Such a precise estimation is crucial for the successful optimisation of breeding programs.
objectivesThis pioneering comprehensive systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to derive precise genetic parameters for growth and carcass traits in Japanese quail.
methodsFor this meta-analysis, data were systematically extracted from 50 eligible studies published between 1974-2024. Genetic parameters including, heritability, genetic and phenotypic correlations for body weight at different ages and carcass traits, were estimated using random-effects models within metafor package.
resultsMeta-analysis results showed that hatch weight had the highest heritability estimate (0.38 ± 0.003). Weekly body weights (W
conclusionsThe findings demonstrate that selecting for increased body weight can improve carcass yield without promoting excessive adiposity. This study provides reliable genetic parameters to develop quail breeding programs for enhanced productivity and meat quality.
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