Swine Oral Stereotypies

Item

Title
Swine Oral Stereotypies
Source
ZOOL 567, Fall 2021
Contributor
CANVA
Creator
Vivas Laura
Description
Infographic on oral stereotypic behaviours performed by domesticated pigs. These include biting, such as tail-biting, and vacuum chewing. Oral stereotypies are influenced by multiple factors and can therefore be prevented and mitigated using various methods.
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Date
12/01/2021
Category
Stereotypic Behaviour
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