Captive Breeding Management and Genetic Principles Quiz

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What is the definition of allele?

Alternative form of a gene (correct)

The extent of genetic variation in a population

The size of a randomly mating population of constant size with an equal sex ratio and a Poisson distribution of family sizes

The heterozygosity expected if a random mating population were in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium

Which term is used to describe the number of alleles per locus?

Expected Heterozygosity

Effective population size (Ne)

Genetic diversity

Allelic diversity (correct)

What does the term 'Effective population size (Ne)' refer to?

The size of a randomly mating population of constant size with an equal sex ratio and a Poisson distribution of family sizes (correct)

Alternative form of a gene

The heterozygosity expected if a random mating population were in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium

The number of breeding adults in the population

What is the definition of gene diversity (Expected Heterozygosity)?

The heterozygosity expected if a random mating population were in Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Genetic diversity' refer to?

The extent of genetic variation in a population Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term 'Allele' in genetics?

Alternative form of a gene Signup and view all the answers

Which tool is used for managing genetic and demographic data of captive populations and species?

Studbooks Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of conducting genetic and demographic analyses in captive breeding?

'To Understand how to conduct genetic & demographic analyses to inform captive breeding' Signup and view all the answers

Who collates data from member zoos, compiles it into a database, and publishes the studbook?

Studbook keepers Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of Breeding Programmes (EEPs)?

Maintaining demographic stability Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Expected Heterozygosity' indicate about a random mating population?

Heterozygosity expected under Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the extent of genetic variation in a population?

Genetic diversity Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to the loss of both adaptive and maladaptive alleles in captive populations?

Genetic drift Signup and view all the answers

What is the number referred to by 'Effective population size (Ne)'?

Breeding adults in the population Signup and view all the answers

Which phase involves acquiring a diverse representation of wild populations and focusing on getting more than 20 unrelated founders?

Founder phase Signup and view all the answers

'Gene diversity (Expected Heterozygosity)' is related to:

'Number of alleles per locus' Signup and view all the answers

Who prioritizes the breeding of animals with rare alleles and maintains a minimum population size?

EEP coordinators Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Studbooks?

Parentage verification Signup and view all the answers

Who manages the population, sets goals, and makes breeding recommendations within a region?

EEP coordinators Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial for preserving animals that may one day return to the wild?

Minimizing genetic changes Signup and view all the answers

What does EEP stand for?

Breeding Programmes Signup and view all the answers

What is the founder phase focused on?

Acquiring a diverse representation of wild populations Signup and view all the answers

What does WAZA stand for?

World Association of Zoos and Aquariums Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Studbooks (SB) and Breeding Programmes (EEPs) are tools used for managing genetic and demographic data of captive populations and species.
Studbooks record the entire history of a population or species, including major life events, individual identifiers, and parentage.
SBs are kept by various zoo and aquaria associations, research institutions, and international organizations like WAZA.
SB keepers collate data from member zoos, compile it into a database, and publish the studbook.
EEPs are population management programs within a region, aiming to maximize genetic diversity, maintain demographic stability, and provide animals for reintroduction.
EEP coordinators manage the population, set goals, and make breeding recommendations.
Genetic changes in captivity include genetic drift and adaptation to captivity. Both processes can lead to the loss of adaptive and maladaptive alleles.
Minimizing genetic changes is crucial for preserving animals that may one day return to the wild.
Captive propagation phases include the founder phase, growth phase, and capacity phase, each with its unique challenges.
Founder phase: acquiring a diverse representation of wild populations, focusing on getting more than 20 unrelated founders.
Growth phase: minimizing the loss of founder alleles by ensuring all founders contribute equally and filling all available space as soon as possible.
Capacity phase: addressing imbalance in founder representation by prioritizing breeding of animals with rare alleles and maintaining a minimum population size.

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Test your knowledge of captive breeding management and genetic principles with this quiz. Explore topics such as genetics, demographics, allele diversity, and effective population size.