Perch shape and material affect perch use and health parameters of laying hens during the rearing and laying phase
SUMMARY: Perches are an important resource for laying hens and differ in characteristics like shape, material and diameter. In this study, different perches were tested in regard to animal welfare, focusing specifically on the behavior and health of laying hens during rearing and lay. Five perches,...
Saved in:
| Main Authors: | , |
|---|---|
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Elsevier
2024-12-01
|
| Series: | Journal of Applied Poultry Research |
| Subjects: | |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1056617124000722 |
| Tags: |
Add Tag
No Tags, Be the first to tag this record!
|