Ostrich - Biology, Production and Health (Hardcover)

The ostrich is a relatively new agricultural animal in many parts of the world, and even in South Africa it was domesticated only a little over a century ago. Recently however there has been a huge growth in interest in ostrich farming, and production of ostriches for low-fat meat and leather is now a reality in many parts of the world. This book is the first comprehensive volume to review the world scientific literature on ostrich biology, production and health.* Written by leading authors from South Africa, Europe, Israel and the USA* Deals with the ostrich in farmed and natural environments* Essential reading for those interested in avian and poultry science

General

Imprint:	Cabi Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	August 1999
First published:	August 1999
Editors:	Denis Deeming
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 32mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	360
ISBN-13:	978-0-85199-350-8
Categories:	Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Agricultural science Books > Professional & Technical > Agriculture & farming > Animal husbandry > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Natural history, country life & pets > Domestic animals & pets > Birds, including cage birds
LSN:	0-85199-350-8
Barcode:	9780851993508

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