Important features about Ostrich Farming (Struthio camelus)

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Celso da Costa Carrer
Marcelo Eduardo Kornfeld

Abstract

The ostrich (Struthio camelus) is the largest living bird, with a big production and economical potencial of meat, leather and feathers. Ostriches are herbivores, it digest crude fibers better than other poultry. This paper will show ome aspects about ostrich farming, biological aspects, feeding management and especific instalations.

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CARRER, C. DA C.; KORNFELD, M. E. Important features about Ostrich Farming (Struthio camelus). Revista de Educação Continuada em Medicina Veterinária e Zootecnia, v. 2, n. 1, p. 46-51, 1 Feb. 1999.
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WILD