A Guide to Colour Mutations and Genetics in Parrots

Description

The genetics, mutations, and combinations of mutations of over 80 species of parrot are discussed. Numerous examples of breeding outcomes assist the breeder in understanding how various mutations can be bred and developed. Divided into three basic sections—primary mutations, combinations of mutations, and technical detail. Includes two Glossaries of Terms used. Regarded as the definitive title on parrot genetics. CONTENTS FOREWORD ABOUT THE AUTHOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS INVITATION TO READERS PUBLISHER'S NOTE INTRODUCTION GLOSSARY OF TERMS - PARTS 1 AND 2 UNDERSTANDING MUTATIONS UNDERSTANDING BASIC GENETICS ESTABLISHING NEW MUTATIONS PRIMARY COLOUR MUTATIONS KEY TO NAMING MUTATIONS COMBINATIONS OF MUTATIONS EXPLANATION OF GENETIC TERMS THE SCIENTIFIC INVESTIGATION OF COLOUR MORPHS LOCI FOR COLOUR IN PARROTS COMBINATION COLOURS CROSSOVERS AND RECOMBINANT FREQUENCIES BIBLIOGRAPHY INDEX OF PRIMARY MUTATIONS BY SPECIES