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7. inbreeding with livestock is commonly used to enhance desired traits

Wed Apr 2, 2025, 03:35 PM

Apr 2

it obviously can have adverse effects, but it is also a useful tool for creating and maintaining various breeds.

https://extension.missouri.edu/publications/g2911

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I saw a video about the inbred Hapsburgs. [View all] raccoon Apr 1 OP

I assume they had to know what could come of inbreeding Redleg Apr 1 #2

I'm not sure Laurelin Apr 1 #3

Someone I know is married to a man CountAllVotes Apr 1 #4

Charles II of Spain comes to mind .. Bo Zarts Apr 1 #5

Was he the son of Philip II? soldierant Apr 2 #9

Philip IV sarge1943 Apr 3 #12

Ouch. Yeah, that's scary. soldierant Apr 3 #14

They certainly knew, but didn't care. malthaussen Apr 2 #6

If the cousin is distant enough (not all cousins are first cousins), soldierant Apr 2 #10

Baaaahahaaaa...I found the cartoon.... electric_blue68 Apr 6 #15