Reproductive performance and survival of young one-humped camels on Kenya commercial ranches

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Abstract

Examines the reproductive performance and survival of young one-humped camels (Camelus dromedarius) on Kenya commercial ranches. Includes data on seasonality of breeding, age at first parturition, parturition interval, sex ration, gestation period, and early survival.

Citation

Animal Production;42(3): 375-380

Authors

  • Wilson, R.T.

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