scholarly journals Morphometric characterization of Pirot pramenka

2021 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 75-85
Author(s):  
Dragana Ruzic-Muslic ◽  
Milan Petrovic ◽  
Bogdan Cekic ◽  
Ivan Cosic ◽  
Ivan Pavlovic ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Length ◽  
The Body ◽  
Average Height ◽  
Body Frame ◽  
Morphometric Traits ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Status ◽  
Endangered Population ◽  
Morphometric Characterization

The strategy of conservation of endangered sheep populations implies morphological and genetic characterization, as basic preconditions for their conservation. The aim of this study was to determine the morphometric characteristics, their correlations and the index of physical development of Pirot pramenka, which has the status of the most endangered population in Serbia. The measuring was performed on 30 sheep, aged 3 years, reared in the area of Stara Planina. The descriptive statistical procedure was performed using the statistical package Statistica (version 8). The average height at the withers was 56.31 cm, body length 62.93 cm, chest width 18.37 cm, chest depth 25.96 cm, chest circumference 77.59 cm, shin circumference 6.70 cm. The strongest and significantly positive correlation (P <0.05) was found between chest depth and height at withers (0.65), body length (0.58) and body weight (0.56). Pirotska pramenka has slightly higher indices of format, chest and massiveness, in relation to breeds Vitoroga Zuja and Travnik Pramenka. These morphometric traits suggest that, compared to previous research, the body frame of Pirot pramenka sheep did not change significantly, which means that there were no crosses with other breeds due to geographical isolation and enthusiasm of breeders to preserve the indigenous Pirot pramenka which was the starting point for following authentic brands: Pirot lamb, cheese and carpet. Hence the biological and moral imperative: to preserve this highly endangered population.

scholarly journals Morphometric measurements as part of the genetic characterization of indigenous strain Kupreska Pramenka

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 55-64
Author(s):  
Bozo Vazic ◽  
Biljana Rogic ◽  
Milanka Drinic ◽  
Nebojsa Savic
Keyword(s):  
Body Length ◽  
Growth And Development ◽  
Genetic Characterization ◽  
The Body ◽  
Average Height ◽  
Morphometric Measurements ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Morphometric Characterization ◽  
Correlative Relationship

For the purpose of genetic characterization of strains of sheep in Bosnia and Herzegovina, a morphometric characterization of Kupreska Pramenka has been performed. A total of 62 heads were measured, 56 ewes and 6 rams. The average height of the withers of ewes was 69.71 cm, the height of the hook was 70.57 cm, the body length was 72.57 cm, the chest width behind the shoulders was 21.12 cm, chest depth 31.98 cm, width of the hips was 20.28 cm, the chest volume was 90.95 cm and the circumference volume was 7.91 cm. The rams had an average height of 75.33 cm at the withers, the hook height of 76.33 cm, the body length 78.83 cm, the chest width behind the shoulders was 24.33 cm, chest depth 34.50 cm, width of the hips was 22.00 cm, chest volume was 98.50 cm and the circumference volume was 9.33 cm. In sheep and rams measures that have been shown the highest correlation and statistically highly significant difference were those related to the process of growth and development of the animal, and these are: the height of the withers and hook (r = 0.841 for ewes and r = 1.00 for rams), while the other hand, there are measures that do not show correlative relationship as hook height and chest volume (r = 0.155 for ewes and r = 0.533 for rams).

Morphometric differentiation of Moroccan indigenous Draa goat based on multivariate analysis

2015 ◽  
Vol 57 ◽  
pp. 81-87 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. Ibnelbachyr ◽  
I. Boujenane ◽  
A. Chikhi
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Body Length ◽  
Fixed Effects ◽  
The Body ◽  
The Other ◽  
Group Method ◽  
Morphometric Traits ◽  
Mahalanobis Distances ◽  
Live Body Weight ◽  
Improvement Programs

SummaryThe Moroccan goat livestock is characterized by the existence of different phenotypes distributed among diverse geographic locations. The objective of this study was to analyse the morphometric traits that differentiate the Draa breed from the other local populations raised in areas close to its cradle zone. Eight morphometric measurements were taken on 287 goats in South-eastern and Southern Morocco. The variance analysis, fitting a model that included the random effect of animal and the fixed effects of population, gender and age of animal, was used. Mahalanobis distances were calculated between identified populations and an Unweighted Pairs Group Method Analysis tree was built. Draa goats had the highest height at withers (61.5 cm), heart girth (74.4 cm), body length (64.6 cm) and live body weight (27.2 kg). These morphometric traits varied significantly among populations as well as the age and the gender of animal. The most discriminating traits between the identified populations were the body length, the heart girth, the hair length, the horn length, the ear length and the live body weight. Draa animals had the largest genetic distances from the other populations and appeared more distinguished from them. This differentiation can contribute in defining the phenotypic standard of the breed and in orienting its genetic improvement programs in the future.

scholarly journals Phenotypic and Morphometric characterization of indigenous chickens at Jhenaigati upazila of Sherpur district in Bangladesh

2015 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 154-169 ◽  
Author(s):  
F Tabassum ◽  
MA Hoque ◽  
F Islam ◽  
CH Ritchil ◽  
MO Faruque ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Morphometric Traits ◽  
Indigenous Chicken ◽  
Important Indicator ◽  
Indigenous Chickens ◽  
Affect Body Weight ◽  
Morphometric Characterization

The study was conducted at Rangtia, Shalchura and Dudhnoi villages under Jhenigati upazilla of Sherpur district in Bangladesh for phenotypic and morphometric characterization of indigenous chickens. Among three types of indigenous chickens, Non-descript Deshi were prominent (86%), compared to Cap Headed (10%) and Naked Neck (4%) and the overall mean body weight, back length, body circumference and pelvis width were 961.50 ± 17.79 gm, 152.70 ± 1.29 mm, 219.20 ± 1.89 mm and 25.57 ± .62 mm respectively. The prominent colors of plumage, shank, skin, earlobe and eggshell were multiple (24%), white (52%), white (89%), white & red (47%) and white (48%), respectively while 99% chicken’s had single comb. The highest correlation (0.70) was observed between body weight & body circumference followed by (0.36) between body weight & back length and (0.27) between body weight & pelvis width while eggshell color was significantly correlated with body weight (-0.48), body circumference (-0.41) and pelvis width (-0.26). However, comb type was significantly (p<0.05) affected body weight and pelvis width. But bird type had significant (p<0.05) effect on pelvis width only. Present study reveals that variations in some phenotypic characteristics have significant influence on the pelvis width and body weight while a little change in some morphometric traits may affect body weight of indigenous chickens in Bangladesh which may serve as important indicator trait(s) for future research on the conservation and development of indigenous chicken ecotypes in- situ. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/sja.v12i2.21927 SAARC J. Agri., 12(2): 154-169 (2014)

scholarly journals Colonii și arenda pământului în Roma antică

2021 ◽  
Vol 65 (4) ◽  
pp. 502-515
Author(s):  
Marilena Marin ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Ancient Rome ◽  
Legal Relationship ◽  
The People ◽  
Legal Situation ◽  
Lease Contract ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Status ◽  
Depth Study ◽  
Free People

"The present paper analyzes the legal situation of the colonists - semi-free people, land cultivators, in the period of ancient Rome, as well as the particularities that the land lease has experienced in relation to the colonist, in the same period of antiquity. We have had as starting point the status of the colonist within the framework of the Roman society along with a brief characterization of them in order to properly understand the reasons for establishing a particular type of relation with the lands and the corresponding owners of them. Hereinafter, we have considered the sources of the lease agreement as well as the outcome/impact of the contract, in particular the rights and obligations of the settlers. The topic that might be labelled as out of interest has been intended to create a general overview in respect of the people and their relationship with the lands in general with focus on the period of ancient Rome. At the same time, the analysis has been directed towards an in-depth study as regards the legal relationship on which the lease contract was based, starting from the perspective of the great professor Vladimir Hanga, who expressed the idea according to which ”every legislation is related to the society from which it comes and on which it depends”. The research method in point of the of the text has been the observation and analysis of documents, the exact identification of the tackled concepts in respect of time and space, but also for an accurate understanding of the legal situation of the colonists - semi-free people who worked the land during ancient Rome."

Status of lean construction implementation among small and medium building contractors (SMBCs) in Ghana

2020 ◽  
Vol 18 (6) ◽  
pp. 1691-1709
Author(s):  
Emmanuel Nsiah Ankomah ◽  
Joshua Ayarkwa ◽  
Kofi Agyekum
Keyword(s):  
Construction Industry ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Lean Construction ◽  
The Body ◽  
Structured Interviews ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
Starting Point ◽  
The Status

Purpose The purpose of this study is to ascertain the extent to which the practices of small and medium building contractors (SMBCs) conform to lean construction (LC) principles. Ultimately, practical results encourage a discourse on the true potentials and challenges to the holistic uptake of LC principles in the Ghanaian construction industry. Design/methodology/approach This research is based on a qualitative case study approach. The data was obtained through face-to-face structured interviews. Findings Across the cases, it was realized that there is a low-level application of LC principles among SMBCs. There was no indication that lean concepts were used on a company-wide basis in the Ghanaian construction industry. Furthermore, the study revealed that the traditional wasteful approach to managing construction projects was still prevalent among the firms. Practical implications This paper uses the 4P model as a foundation for assessing the extent to which the practices of SMBCs conform to LC principles. Practically, the study also created a certain level of awareness among the SMBCs about LC, LC principles and the benefits of the application of these principles within organizations. Originality/value This study contributes to the body of knowledge as it uncovers the status of LC implementation among SMBCs in the Ghanaian construction industry. The findings that are presented in this paper can be used as a starting point to disseminate the research and practice of LC among SMBCs.

Polymorphism and inconsistencies in the taxonomy of Diplodinium anisacanthum da Cunha, 1914 (Ciliophora, Entodiniomorphida, Ophryoscolecidae) and taxonomic notes on the genus Diplodinium Schuberg, 1888

Zootaxa ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 4306 (2) ◽  
pp. 249 ◽  
Author(s):  
FRANCIANE CEDROLA ◽  
ROBERTO JÚNIO PEDROSO DIAS ◽  
ISABEL MARTINELE ◽  
MARTA D’AGOSTO
Keyword(s):  
Morphometric Analysis ◽  
Single Species ◽  
Distinct Species ◽  
Molecular Data ◽  
Morphological Characterization ◽  
The Body ◽  
General Morphology ◽  
Polymorphic Species ◽  
Morphometric Characterization

The genus Diplodinium includes 31 species of ophryoscolecid ciliates with two retractable ciliary zones in the anterior end of the body, with no skeletal plates, inclined macronucleus and two contractile vacuoles. They have a broad geographical distribution and low host specificity. The genus has several taxonomic inconsistencies, mainly due to polymorphism of most species. Diplodinium anisacanthum is a case of taxonomic inconsistency in the genus. It presents polymorphism in posterior end of the body, so it is considered a polymorphic species or seven distinct species. This study presents the morphological characterization of six D. anisacanthum morphotypes based on general morphology, morphometric analysis and oral infraciliature characterization and taxonomic notes on the genus Diplodinium. The morphological and morphometric characterization of D. anisacanthum showed great similiarities among morphotypes suggesting that these ciliates constitute a single species with polymorphisms. A brief review conducted highlights the inconsistencies in the taxonomy of the genus Diplodinium and demonstrates the need for recent studies with representatives of the genus. There is no information on how polymorphism of Diplodinium anisacanthum morphotypes correlates to molecular data, since there are only two sequences of this species available in the GenBank database. 

scholarly journals Morphometric similarities and differences between tree genotype of Pramenka sheep from central Bosnia

2017 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 291-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bozo Vazic ◽  
Biljana Rogic ◽  
Milanka Drinic ◽  
Nebojsa Savic
Keyword(s):  
Body Length ◽  
Genetic Characterization ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Similarities And Differences ◽  
Morphometric Characterization ◽  
Morphometric Trait

Morphometric characterization of three strains: Dub, Privor and Kupres was done in order to obtain the genetic characterization of autochthonous sheep strains in Central Bosnia. Total of 205 ewes and rams was measured in order to determine similarities and differences between them. The eight, most important, morphometric trait were determined: wither height, rump height, body length, shoulder width, chest depth, hip width, chest perimeter and shin perimeter. Ewes of Dub Pramenka in relation to Privor and Kupres strains had pronounced morphometric measures, and established differences were statistically significant and highly significant. Statistically significant differences in all measures was observed between rams, expect for hip width. The obtained results show a significant difference in morphometric measures of three autochthonous Pramenka strains from Central Bosnia.

scholarly journals Morphometric Characterization And Relationship Of Body Weight With Linear Body Measurements In Black Bengal Buck

1970 ◽  
Vol 37 (2) ◽  
pp. 8-16 ◽  
Author(s):  
AHMS Sylvia Rahman ◽  
MAMY Khandoker ◽  
SS Husain ◽  
AS Apu ◽  
A Mondal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Body Length ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Tail Length ◽  
The Body ◽  
Body Measurements ◽  
Leg Length ◽  
Highly Correlated ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
Morphometric Characterization

The present study was conducted at the Artificial Insemination Center, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh to record the Black Bengal bucks morphology and to relate body weight with different body measurements. A total of 22 Black Bengal bucks of different ages were taken and were divided into six age groups (0, 3, 6, 9, 12 and 15 months). The body weight of Black Bengal bucks at 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 and 15 months of age were 1.21 ± 0.12, 4.26 ± 0.25, 7.68 ± 0.31, 12.76 ± 0.42, 16.56 ± 0.57 and 21.82 ± 0.70 kg respectively. Age had a significant effect (P<0.05) on heart girth, body length and height at wither (P<0.05) except the measurement of height at wither at 0 and 3 months. The measurement of fore and hind leg length, head length and width, ear length and breadth and also tail length differed significantly (P<0.05) between the age groups. The average scrotal circumferences (SC) were recorded as 4.85 ± 0.22, 10.35 ± 0.39, 15.42 ± 0.34, 18.05 ± 0.24, 19.72 ± 0.33 and 20.83 ± 0.41 cm at 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 and 15 months of age, respectively and differed significantly (P<0.05) with the advancement of age. Animals of the same age group supposed to be similar in conformation. Body weight was highly correlated (P<0.01) with heart girth (0.94), body length (0.95) and height at wither (0.96). DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/bjas.v37i2.9876 BJAS 2008; 37(2): 8-16

scholarly journals Morphometric characterization of Katjang goat of Malaysia

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
pp. 17-24
Author(s):  
MAMY Khandoker ◽  
M Syafiee ◽  
MSR Rahman
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Body Length ◽  
Tail Length ◽  
Head Length ◽  
Head Width ◽  
Strong Positive Correlation ◽  
Leg Length ◽  
Scrotal Circumference ◽  
Morphometric Characterization

Morphometric characterization of Katjang goat in Malaysia is important for conservation and for further genetic improvement. With this idea in view the present study was carried out to characterize the morphometry and to estimate the relationship among the important morphometric traits of indigenous Katjang goat. The study was conducted at the Faculty of Sustainable Agriculture (FSA), surrounding area of FSA Sandakan, Sabah and Batu Pahat, Johor in Malaysia. Characteristics of body weight (BW), body length (BL), heart girth (HG), wither height (WH), hip height (HH), fore leg length (FLL), hind leg length (HLL), head length (HeL), head width (HW), ear length(EL), ear breadth (EB), tail length (TL), scrotal length (SL) and scrotal circumference (SC) were gathered. In a single parameter as body weight of Katjang bucks at below 1 year, 1-2 year and > 2 years ages were recorded to be 7.41 ± 0.27, 14.20±0.20 and25.83 ± 0.99 kg, respectively. On the hand, body weight of Katjang does at 1-2 year and > 2 years ages were observed to be 12.41 ± 0.41 and 23.65±0.87 kg, respectively. In both sexes, head length, head width, tail length, ear length, ear breath, body weight, body length, hearth girth, wither height, leg length, hip height increases with the increment of the age of goat. On the other hand, all the parameters contemplated found comparatively higher in bucks than that of does.  Strong positive correlation was observed between scrotal length and scrotal circumference in Katjang bucks.Bang. J. Anim. Sci. 2016. 45 (3): 17-24

Molecular and morphological characterization of Pristionchus pacificus (Nematoda: Rhabditida: Neodiplogastridae), a new record of an entomophilic nematode from Iran

Biologia ◽  
2013 ◽  
Vol 68 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahnaz Hassani-Kakhki ◽  
Javad Karimi ◽  
Ebrahim Shokoohi
Keyword(s):  
First Record ◽  
Morphological Characterization ◽  
The Body ◽  
Phylogenetic Position ◽  
Rdna Genes ◽  
Pristionchus Pacificus ◽  
The Family ◽  
Identification Measurements ◽  
Morphometric Characterization

AbstractDuring a survey of entomopathogenic nematodes from the Mashhad region, in northeastern Iran, an entomophilic nematode was isolated using the Galleria trap method. Morphological characterization showed that this isolate belongs to the family Neodiplogastridae. Detailed morphological and morphometric characterization including SEM data fit with Pristionchus pacificus Sommer, Carta, Kim et Sternberg, 1996, representing the first record of this genus and species from Iran. Iranian specimens of P. pacificus FUM 5 are characterized by the body length (0.69–0.83 mm), the stoma (6–10 μm) bearing a dorsal tooth and a conical elongated tail (146–220 μm). Molecular analyses using 18S and ITS rDNA genes further support this identification. Measurements, illustrations, and SEM photographs of the Iranian isolate are provided and the phylogenetic position of the species is discussed.

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