[Jacob-list] split eyelid genetics

[Linda]

I've been communicating with a gentleman that is interested in reading up on the 
genetics of split eyelids.  He's got a masters in entomology and is interested in 
something with a bit more scientific bent than "I had a ewe with splits that 
produced....etc". 

It has been mentioned on this list that "we" now believe that split eyelids are 
heritable and recessive.  I wonder if someone could point me to the research and/or 
published papers that support or explain this?  

I've also heard that the split eyelid deformity is a random occurrence related to 
the same mechanism that splits the horns.  

Thanks

Linda
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