The study of avian and fish erythrocytes presents a unique opportunity to explore their multifaceted roles beyond oxygen transport, particularly in the realms of immunity and production efficiency. Unlike mammalian erythrocytes, those in birds and fish are nucleated, suggesting additional functions that could be pivotal in addressing current challenges in the poultry and aquaculture industries. These sectors are under pressure to enhance health and production sustainably, reducing antibiotic reliance and environmental impact. Recent studies have begun to uncover the active participation of these nucleated erythrocytes in immune responses, offering insights into their potential influence on disease resistance and production traits. However, the full extent of their roles remains underexplored, necessitating further investigation to bridge existing knowledge gaps and develop innovative strategies for improving animal health and production efficiency.

This research topic aims to comprehensively explore the multifaceted roles of erythrocytes in poultry and aquaculture, particularly their contributions to immunity and production efficiency. By delving into the immunomodulatory functions of these cells and their interactions with immune systems, the research seeks to uncover how erythrocytes influence disease resistance and production traits in chickens and fish. The goal is to synthesize current research findings and encourage new studies that utilize advanced techniques, such as multiomics, to provide a deeper understanding of erythrocyte functions and their potential applications in enhancing poultry and aquaculture practices.

To gather further insights into the roles of erythrocytes in poultry and aquaculture, we welcome articles addressing, but not limited to, the following themes:
- Immunomodulatory functions of erythrocytes in chickens and fish.
- Interactions between erythrocytes and immune cells in poultry and aquatic species.
- The influence of erythrocyte characteristics on disease resistance in chickens and fish.
- Potential impacts of erythrocyte function on meat quality in aquaculture and poultry production.
- Nutritional or genetic factors affecting erythrocyte function in fish and chickens.

By compiling the latest findings, this research topic seeks to revolutionize our understanding of nucleated erythrocytes and their impact on animal health and production efficiency, ultimately contributing to a more sustainable food system.

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Exploring Nucleated Erythrocytes' Role in Poultry and Aquaculture Immunity and Production