Feathers
Crest
How long is the incubation period for a goose egg?
What breed holds the world record for egg production, with one hen laying 364 eggs in 365 day?
What kind of lighting is best to control cannibalism in game birds?
Dim red and white light
How many toes does an Ostrich have?
2
What are the feathers called which cover the base of the primary and secondary wing and main tail feathers?
If keeping eggs for incubation for more than 10 days how should they be stored?
on their sides and turned daily
What are the 3 ways to make eggs in the microwave?
Omelets, Scrambled and egg dishes where the eggs are beaten.
When packaging game birds what temperature water should the carcass and giblets be kept at?
40 degrees
Why are Kiwis not commercially raised?
They are protected.
What is barring on a chicken's feather?
Two alternating colors on a feather, running across its width
After how many days of incubation should you candle the eggs?
10 days
What are the two reasons that organic eggs are more expensive than eggs from hens fed conventional feed?
higher production costs, lower volume per farm
When slaughtering game birds how much blood is removed when they are hung upside down and the jugular vein is severed? (range)
34-50%
How long is the incubation period of Cassowaries?
49 days
How are the feathers on an Emu different from normal feathers?
Each feather has 2 identical shafts with barbs that do not interlock to form the traditional feather.
At what day during incubation do the formation of feathers begin?
Day 8
What should you store eggs in their cartons?
to prevent loss of moisture and carbon dioxide from the eggs and keeps the eggs from picking up undesirable odors and flavors.
What are the two treatments for fowl cholera in game birds?
Clean up dead birds, antibiotics
In the united states, when do the cassowaries lay eggs?
late fall to early spring
Which breed of goose has reverse curling to its body feathers?
Sebastopol
How often should the eggs be turned during incubation? (Range)
3-5 times a day
What are the recommendations for proper care of hatching eggs?
Keep nest area dry, collect eggs at least 3 times/day, do not overfill egg collecting basket, dont spray insecticides or larvicides in spaces with eggs, clean eggs slightly soiled eggs with sandpaper, store eggs to be set within 14 days large end up in open flats.
What are the 3 parasitic diseases in game birds?
Coccidiosis, Blackhead, Worms
What are some benefits of ostrich meat?
Low in fat and cholesterol, high in protein