Unintended Effects of Genetic Manipulation
Manipulated Organism: Animals - Coho Salmon
coho_salmon_001:
Transgenic expression of growth hormone in coho salmon led to a narrower
body, more red muscle mass, and smaller white muscle fibers.
coho_salmon_002:
Transgenic coho salmon expressing growth hormone had enlarged heads,
reduced viability, and accelerated development of their life cycle.
coho_salmon_003:
Coho salmon engineered for transgenic expression of growth hormone
were more aggressive predators in simulated natural environments.
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