Genetics influences physical fitness of tilapia

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Jun 10, 2021, 11:21 am1.1k ptsInteresting
Wageningen University & Research scientists have demonstrated that genes influence swimming fitness of tilapia. As there are indications that fitter fish are also healthier and more resilient, the researchers recommend including fitness in selective breeding programs for farmed fish. Nile tilapia is the second…

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