Practical Genetics for Aquaculture [Hardcover]

Over recent years there have been major advances in the application of molecular, biotechnological and genetic techniques to a wide range of aquatic species. Until now, many working in a hands-on capacity in the area of aquaculture have not known what the benefits of this work could be to them. This important new book redresses this situation, providing clear details of the available scientific information and the direct application of techniques under simple and practical situations.Preface.

Acknowledgments.

1 Overview.

2 Gene Action I: Qualitative Traits.

3 Gene Action II: Inheritance of Quantitative Traits.

4 Selection and Realized Heritability.

5 Inbreeding, Crossbreeding and Hybridization.

6 Chromosomal Genetics I: Gynogenesis and Androgenesis.

7 Chromosomal Genetics II: Polyploidy.

8 Sex Determination and Control.

9 Control and Induction of Maturation and Spawning.

10 Transgenic Aquatic Organisms.

11 Genetic Threats to Wild Stocks and Ecosystems.

Index.

C. Greg Lutz is Specialist and Professor of Aquaculture with Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, USA.While new molecular techniques hold great promise for application in commercial aquaculture in the future, most aquaculture currently takes place under practical and often challenging conditions. Tremendous gains could be realized in most forms of aquaculture through the application of more traditional and practical approaches to genetic improvement, as detailed in this timely book.

Practical Genetics for Aquaculture provides reviews of the fundamental theory and examples of practical applications for numerous aspects of genetic improvement in aquaculture. Contents include thorough details oflq