Yolk sac utilization in ostrich (Struthio camelus) chicks |
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Authors: | Mushi E Z Binta M G Chabo R G |
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Institution: | Botswana College of Agriculture, Private Bag 0027, Gaborone, Botswana. |
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Abstract: | The mass of residual yolk sac expressed as a percentage of initial mass of the egg from which the chick hatched decreased sharply in the first 2 days post-hatching. A gradual reduction occurred between 3 and 10 days after which a sharp decline was noted between 11 and 13 days post-hatching. The highest number of chicks with unabsorbed yolk sac was noted on day 5 post-hatching followed by days 6 and 7. Chick mortality followed the same pattern. The dynamics, causes and clinical consequences of yolk sac utilization are discussed. |
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