Detection of QTL associated with three skeletal deformities in gilthead seabream (Sparus aurata L.): Lordosis, vertebral fusion and jaw abnormality

The results of the present study show the first QTL identified for skeletal deformities in gilthead seabream, which could help to decrease these deformity prevalence. These results, although in preliminary way, could help to solve one of the most important aquaculture industry problems.