Handling of Emu
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Date
2011
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TANUVAS
Abstract
Handling of emu may be necessary for the reasons of moving the birds from
one location to another, identification, sexing, or medicating bird etc. Emus ere usually
docile and non-aggressive. The best time of day lo handle emus is early morning and
late evening. Restrain the younger birds by securing the body by side ways and hold the
body firmly. Sub adults and adults can be secured by holding the wing by side way and
held the bird by grabbing both the wings and place by dragging closely to a persons
legs. Never allow bird to kick. Bird can kick side ways and front ways. Hence, better
securing and firm holding is necessary to avoid harming the bird as well as person.
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Veterinary Science, Poultry Science