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FAQ (4)
What bedding should I use for pheasant chicks?
Use dried pine shavings (kiln-dried, dust-free, about 1 inch in size) for the first 3 weeks in the brooder. The size matters — shavings that are too fine get eaten by pheasant chicks and can cause giz...
How do I know if my chicks are starve-out and what do I do?
Starve-out shows up as increased mortality at 4-5 days with small, weak, dehydrated chicks and empty crops (sometimes litter in the crop instead of feed). It's caused by chicks failing to find feed or...
Why is mortality increasing?
Mortality can increase for many reasons: temperature issues, starve-out, piling, coccidiosis, wet litter, or overcrowding. Check temperature, verify chicks are eating (check crops), look for piling, c...
What causes wet litter?
Wet litter is caused by waterer spills, poor ventilation, condensation, overcrowding, or health issues. It leads to ammonia buildup and bacterial growth. Keep waterers level, maintain good ventilation...
Glossary (1)
Coccidiosis
A parasitic disease caused by coccidian protozoa. Signs include bloody droppings, lethargy, and reduced feed intake. Often associated with wet litter. Prevent with good sanitation and dry bedding.