Beak-trimming methods and their effect on the performance of japanese quail pullets (Coturnix japonica)

This study aimed at verifying if beak-trimming methods in Japanese quail pullets could optimize production by decreasing stress caused by cannibalism. A total number of 816 day-old Japanese quails was distributed in a completely randomized experimental design in a 2 x 3 factorial arrangement, with t...

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Main Authors: CC Pizzolante, EA Garcia, EAPB Saldanha, C Laganá, L Batista, Ap Deodato, ALP Souza
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Fundação APINCO de Ciência e Tecnologia Avícolas 2006-12-01
Series:Brazilian Journal of Poultry Science
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Online Access:http://www.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S1516-635X2006000400002