The broken locus has two possible genes: the incompletely dominant broken gene, referred to as ‘En,’ or the recessive, solid…
Genetic Terminology
Before exploring the wonderful world of genetics, it is important to understand some common terms. Below I have compiled a…
The Transition to Independence: A Rabbit Breeders Guide to Weaning
You've successfully bred your prize buck and doe, provided a warm, cozy nestbox and safely made it through kindling. Your…
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Extension (E) Locus
The Extension Locus (E Locus for short) influences how much color pigment is on the shaft. Unlike the B Locus…
The D Locus
Commonly identified as the D Locus, the Dense or Dilute Locus controls the density of the pigment in each fur…
C Locus: Color Genetics
The C Locus, technically referred to as the Color Locus. Rabbits have two kinds of pigment in their fur color:…
B Locus: Rabbit Color Genetics
One of the simplest Loci, the Black Locus, or B Locus, controls the whether the fur is black or chocolate…
Rabbit Fur Colors: A Locus
The Agouti Locus, more commonly known as the A Locus, has three distinctly different genes, ‘A,’ ‘a(t),’ and ‘a,’ that…
Rabbit Fur Color Genetics
Genes determine what every animal or human looks like. They cause the differences between a Golden Retriever and a Maltipoo…
Easy Rabbit Carrot Cookie Treats
Want to bake your bunny a special treat? This ridiculously easy and quick yummy carrot cookie recipe is the perfect…
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