Inzuchtdepressionen
Inzuchtdepressionen, also known as inbreeding depression, refers to the decline in the fitness of an organism resulting from inbreeding. This phenomenon occurs when individuals within a population mate with close relatives, leading to a reduction in genetic diversity. Inbreeding depression can manifest in various ways, including decreased fertility, increased susceptibility to diseases, and reduced overall fitness.
The primary cause of inzuchtdepressionen is the increased frequency of homozygous recessive alleles in the population.
Inzuchtdepressionen is a significant concern in animal husbandry and conservation biology. In captive breeding programs, inbreeding
To mitigate the effects of inzuchtdepressionen, various strategies can be employed. These include controlled mating programs,