With a larger crowd there is less space in the pen. The increase crowd size also plays into a few more factors. Poultry have a social hierarchy and when crowds are too close together, dominant birds will fight more often to obtain or sustain dominance which can increase risk of cannibalism. High intensity light with prolonged exposure can lead to cannibalism of poultry in captivity due to the increase of stress and overheating that causes discomfort. Some of these factors are outlined below: Due to this, there are many factors that can cause cannibalism. Poultry in captivity is where most cannibalistic behaviours are observed. In the close confines of modern farming systems, the increased pecking attention is easily observed by multiple birds which join in the attack, and often the escape attempts of the cannibalised bird attract more pecking attention. Feather pecking is often the initial cause of an injury which then attracts the cannibalistic pecking of other birds – perhaps as re-directed foraging or feeding behaviour. For example, hens in the wild often scratch at the soil to search for seeds, insects and even larger animals such as lizards or young mice, although they are mainly herbivorous in adulthood. Poultry species which exhibit cannibalism are omnivores. There are known methods of control to reduce cannibalism such as crowd size control, beak trimming, light manipulation, perches, selective genetics and eyewear. Research has been conducted to attempt to understand why poultry engage in this behaviour, as it is not totally understood. There are several causes that can lead to cannibalism such as: light and overheating, crowd size, nutrition, injury/death, genetics and learned behaviour. Vent pecking, sometimes called 'cloacal cannibalism', is considered to be a separate form of cannibalistic pecking as this occurs in well-feathered birds and only the cloaca is targeted. Cannibalism can cause large mortality rates within the flock and large decreases in production due to the stress it causes. Cannibalism can occur as a consequence of feather pecking which has caused denuded areas and bleeding on a bird's skin. When pressure occurs within the flock, pecking can increase in aggression and escalate to cannibalism.
Poultry create a social order of dominance known as pecking order. It commonly occurs in flocks of domestic hens reared for egg production, although it can also occur in domestic turkeys, pheasants and other poultry species. Extremely easy – “LEGO” type assembly.Cannibalism in poultry is the act of one individual of a poultry species consuming all or part of another individual of the same species as food.Cage system is flat-packed, providing notable saving in transport costs.Cage system is disassemblable, it takes up little storage space.Visually appealing, modern and colourful design.Material is very easy to clean and fully liquid-proof.Carefully designed drinking system will avoid loss of water and forming of excess humidity.The material is long-lasting and durable, it will not fade or change its structure due to the environment or because of direct contact with poultry manure.Cage material is extremely beneficial for the welfare of the birds – no sharp corners, the risk of injury is almost non-existent.Main advantages of Comfortplast technology: Removable manure tray for easy cleaning for each tier.Sturdy frame on wheels (equipped with fixation brakes).Nipple drinking system with all the necessary pipes, connectors and water reservoir.Feeding trough with grill for each tier.Set of cages for keeping of 175-210 quails (35-42 in each tier).The set includes everything you see on the image, namely: Read more about the manufacturer Cimuka here! A great advantage of Comfortplast brooder and cage systems is that they are stackable – you can create many different configurations by adding or removing extra tiers of any Comfortplast cage and brooder series. Comfortplast cages provide a clean, hygienic environment for the birds. Comfortplast quail cages are made from antibacterial, extremely durable plastic. Comfortplast technology is a result of extensive scientific research of poultry welfare and over 35 years of manufacturer’s hands-on experience in poultry farming. Poultry welfare standard has been changed forever. Revolutionary and innovative solution in quail keeping.
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