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About this book
Presents all aspects of current knowledge, drawn from such diverse disciplines as physiologic ecology, poultry production, zoo biology and biomedical science. It will be useful to zookeepers and bird conservationists.
Contents
Dietary patterns; anatomy and physiology of the digestive system; digestion of food; nutritional strategies and adaptations; nutrient requirements; amino acids; lipids; carbohydrates; energy; essential minerals; nutrition and metabolism of vitamins.
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By: Kirk C Klasing
350 pages, Illus, figs, tabs
"This textbook is intended as a reference for the veterinarian, ornithologist, field biologist, and even aviculturist. Dr. Klasing has truly accomplished that goal, explaining in detail why bird species developed a unique gastrointestinal anatomy and function, based on feeding strategies determined by their environment. . . . The text describes how birds rarely rely on a single class of food item, and how nutritional intake changes seasonally for many species of birds. Later sections of the book cover metabolism and individual nutrients that make up the diet of birds. These sections are well written and thoroughly referenced, making this an important resource for anyone interested in avian nutrition."--Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
"This complete work on the various aspects of avian nutrition . . . also covers areas of anatomy and physiology of the digestive system. Although a good deal of information is available on domestically raised poultry of commer