Note on a method for individual recognition in feed pecking in free running groups of hens

Authors
Brannas, E Wiklund, BS Burel, C Ciszuk, P Liljedahl, LE Kiessling, A
Citation
E. Brannas et al., Note on a method for individual recognition in feed pecking in free running groups of hens, APPL ANIM B, 70(3), 2001, pp. 239-243
Citations number
4
Categorie Soggetti
Animal Sciences
Journal title
APPLIED ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR SCIENCE
ISSN journal
01681591 → ACNP
Volume
70
Issue
3
Year of publication
2001
Pages
239 - 243
Database
ISI
SICI code
0168-1591(20010106)70:3<239:NOAMFI>2.0.ZU;2-J
Abstract
A system for automatic registration and individual recognition of feed peck ing (activity and quantity) in groups of free running hens was tested. A PI T (Passive Integrated Transponder)-tag system was used to separate and regi ster individuals when they were feeding. An electronic balance system place d under the feeder registered the amount eaten by each individual on a PC. A test with two different feed stuffs; oat and wheat was performed on three hens during a total of 6 weeks. (C) 2001 Elsevier Science B.V. All rights reserved.