Molting Small-Scale Commercial Egg Flocks in Kentucky
ASC-236
Molting Small-Scale Commercial Egg Flocks in Kentucky
Molting Small-Scale Commercial Egg Flocks in Kentucky
Authored by: Jacquie Jacob Tony Pescatore
Abstract
Molting is a common event in the annual life cycle of most avian species. Each year chickens lose feathers and grow new ones, and this occurs in both wild and domestic birds. During molt, laying hens go out of egg production and feathers are replaced. Molting, regardless of what stimulates it, is more than just the replacement of the plumage. Hormonal and physiological changes occur as well.
Core Details
Publication ID
ASC-236
Status
New
Publication Date
February 27, 2018
Series
Multi-Part Series
N/A
Categorical Details
Language
English
Peer Reviewed?
Yes