parasites
Gapeworm in Poultry
April 29, 2025 · Doug Ottinger · Feed & Health
Gapeworms are parasitic nematodes that invade the respiratory tracts of many species of birds, including domestic poultry. Learn about the symptoms of gapeworm in chickens and what you can do to prevent and treat it.
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Prevent Spring Poultry Illness
December 28, 2023 · Kenny Coogan · Feed & Health
Prevent and treat spring illnesses like Avian Flu, bumblefoot, infectious Coryza, Omphalitis, parasites, and staphylococcus.
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Worms in Chickens: Roundworm Resistance
September 18, 2023 · Backyard Poultry Contributor · Feed & Health
Roundworm resistance is still being widely researched. Learn signs and symptoms of parasitic infection and worms in chickens and turkeys.
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Fluke Infestations in Waterfowl
May 27, 2023 · Doug Ottinger · Feed & Health
Fluke infestations in waterfowl are not common, but watch for a type of parasitic flatworm that belongs to the scientific class Trematoda.
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Ask The Experts February/March 2023
December 29, 2022 · Carla Tilghman · Ask The Expert
Ask our poultry experts about your flock’s health, feed, production, housing, and more! Experts answer reader questions.
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