difference between a "Mutation" and "hybrid"

[lotusflower777]

I know this is probably a very silly question but, Im unsure of what the difference is...

[hsmoscout]

A "mutation" is a bird with a difference in color from those that are "normal" colors. A hybrid is a cross between two different kinds of birds. I'm sure the breeders on BB will be here soon to explain in more in-depth.

[hollyhawkz]

This is a job for Supermonica or Xafsmom!

Scout, aka AJ, is right in his explanation, these two ladies can get way more detailed for you.

p.s. no question is silly.

[NotEnoughTime]

A mutation is the same species but with genetic differences in dominant colouring and other characteristics. Hybrids are crosses between species.

See: Beginner Guide to Genes, Mutations and Hybrids

[Lori~D]

Yes - In More "laymens" terms...A Hybrid is two distinct species combined which normally would not do so. Like a Lion/Tiger? (Lyger) or a Mule (Horse/donkey). A mutation is where breeders put the same species together with slight genetic differences to bring out those features to "create" new colors or features. Like all the different color cockatiles? and ringneck parakeets? I have a HarliquinMacaw which is a Hybrid - A cross between a Greenwing Macaw and a Blue and gold Macaw. Two different Species. In Comparison...all dogs.... ALL domestic dogs are simply Mutations. A dog and wolf cross however is a Hybrid.

[lotusflower777]

OH ok now I get it !


Thanks.

I was reading up on the wildlife guidlines, for the Licencing.

When I came across a section talking about mutations and hybrids, And since I wasnt too sure on what the difference was, Thought it was best to ask and fully understand.

[xafsmom]

Yeah, what they said!
















This was an easy one! * high five's self*

[tielfan]

Technically, a mutation is a spontaneous change in a gene's DNA during the formation of sperm and ova. The offspring receives an altered gene that neither parent has, and can pass this gene along to its own descendants. Mutations can occur with any gene, sometimes with disastrous results. But the mutations that cause color variations are basically benign, and we humans like them and work hard to perpetuate them. These color mutations can occur in the wild too but they get bred out or submerged in the general population, and the normal color prevails.

[MissV]

Excellent explanation for the mutation, Tiel!

In addition to that, this is pretty much how evolution works. Those mutations that don't work well enough are often killed before they have a chance to pass on their genes.

Humans avoid this by evolving to a point where we use technology and the structure of our society to protect those who would not survive otherwise, and we use other reasoning than biological success to choose our mates. ^^

[Ashling]

Mmmm <3 i love biology haha