Effect of cross-wise perch designs on perch use in laying hens
Abstract
1. The use of cross-wise perches by laying hens was investigated in 8 groups of 6 hens. During a period of 5 weeks each group was exposed to 4 different perch arrangements: a single straight perch of 60 cm (P60), a 30-cm perch crossing the middle of another 30-cm perch (P30 + 30), crossing a 45-cm (P45 + 30) or crossing a 60-cm perch (P60 + 30). 2. Perch arrangement influenced perch use. Perch occupancy (the mean number of hens using the...
Paper Details
Title
Effect of cross-wise perch designs on perch use in laying hens
Published Date
Jul 1, 2008
Journal
Volume
49
Issue
4
Pages
402 - 408
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