Evaluation of the development of pullets araucanas (Gallus inauris Castelló) and marans (Gallus gallus domesticus L.) EVALUATION OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF PULLETS ARAUCANAS AND MARANS
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Key words: Araucanas, Marans, mulberry, live weight, food consumption.
Abstract
Objetive: The present investigation was carried out with the objective of evaluating the development of Araucanas (Gallus inauris Castelló) and Marans (Gallus gallus domesticus L.) pullets.
Design/methodology/approach: Eight week old pullets were used distributed in two groups: Araucanas (n=10) and Marans (n=10), were fed with pelleted feed that covered their nutritional requirements. Food consumption was recorded daily, the following variables: live weight, tarsal length, tibia length, and height were evaluated weekly.
Results: The results indicated that there were no significant differences in feed intake, live weight, height, length of the tibia and tarsal length in both breeds.
Limitations on study/implications: in the literature review, little information was found that describes the development of Araucanas and Marans pullets.
Findings/conclusions: In conclusion the Araucanas and Marans pullets has similarly developed until 25 weeks of age.
