The impact of early structural enrichment on spatial cognition in layer chicks
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DOI: 10.1016/j.beproc.2019.05.008
Abstract: The aim of the study was to determine whether early access to elevated structures affects spatial navigational abilities. Ninety six day-old chicks were reared in 16 pens. Eight pens were provided with A-frame perches with… read more here.
Keywords: early structural; impact early; test; chicks reared ... See more keywords
Perches or grids? What do rearing chickens differing in growth performance prefer for roosting?
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DOI: 10.3382/ps/pey320
Abstract: &NA; The domestic fowl (Gallus gallus f. dom.) is highly motivated to roost on elevated structures. Previous studies indicated that broiler chickens hardly use elevated perches but frequently use elevated platforms. However, it is unclear… read more here.
Keywords: growth performance; period; differing growth; perches grids ... See more keywords