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Books - Conservation & Genetics

Book Description Price/ Quantity
Managing Breeds for a Secure Future
By Phil Sponenberg and Donald Bixby.
Addresses the many challenges of maintaining genetic diversity within species and breeds of domesticated livestock and poultry. It is both a theoretical exposition and a user's guide. It examines conservation issues and provides practical approaches for developing successful strategies for securing both standardized breeds and landraces.
Soft cover, 220 pages, 6 X 9, illustrated.

 $22.95
Equine Color Genetics
Second Edition By D. Phillip Sponenberg.
This book contains the most recent advances in color genetics for horses, donkeys and mules, enabling breeders to tailor their breeding programs to maximize desired color outcomes. It bridges the gap between scientific and lay communities without ignoring the complex issues involved in equine color genetics. Contains over 100 equine photographs with description of the color genetics represented. Hard cover, 215 pages, 7 X 10, illustrated. Temporarily out of stock		 $59.95
Mason's World Dictionary of Livestock Breeds, Types, and Varieties 5th Edition
Revised by Valerie Porter. The aim of this dictionary is to list the livestock names and synonyms that may be encountered in the literature, including those not only of Øbreeds' but also of other identifiable groups, types, and varieties that have a common origin, or are similar in appearance or are geographically linked. Each entry includes the current recommended English name, region or country of origin, notes on usage, followed by a brief physical description of the breed. Foreign names and synonyms are listed to aid in identification. An important reference tool for anyone interested in breed derivation and history.
Hard cover, 352 pages, 6 1/4 X 9 1/2 .		  $110.00
A Conservation Breeding Handbook
By Carolyn Christman and D. Phillip Sponenberg. Explains the importance of livestock and poultry breeds and describes how individual breeders can be stewards of these genetic resources. Soft cover, illus., 136 p. 		 $15.95
Now on Sale! Taking Stock:  The North American Livestock Census
By ALBC staff.  The best source on livestock genetic diversity, breed status and conservation strategy.  A complete list of breed associations is included. Soft cover, illus., 182 p.		  $16.95
$8.50



Taking Stock of Waterfowl: The Results of the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy's Domestic Duck and Goose Census   
By Marjorie E. F. Bender, D. Phillip Sponenberg, Donald E. Bixby. A complete report of the ALBC census of domestic ducks and geese in North America. Conducted in the winter of 1999-2000, the census describes the current state of ducks and geese based on the size of their populations, determining which breeds are endangered and which have healthy populations. Valuable indices include hatchery contact information with breed listings. The census also provides recommendations for how people can get involved in the conservation of ducks and geese. Soft cover, illus., 20 p.		 $6.00