Residual Feed IntakePatternsSpeciesTraitsIntakePredatorsInfantOptimalFeedersDisplacementAbstractLarvaeLibitumContextSubsequentBiologicalMosquitoTimeFewerDeerBehavioralNestHabitatPregnantIndividualInfantsPracticesDietPerformanceLowerRarelyAssociateEstablishAffectBirdsPercentageMiceResearchersAnimalsContributeBodiesStudyEnergyStandardRoleChangeCommonProvidePlantsFrontWorkersFound
Residual Feed Intake1
- The objective of the study was to determine if relationships exist with feeding behaviors of bucks, rams, and bulls and efficiency or residual feed intake (RFI). (wvu.edu)
Patterns5
- Our results provide a list of candidate genes associated with feeding behavior, and also help to better understand the genetic mechanisms of feeding behavior patterns in ducks. (biomedcentral.com)
- C, or G. Cycling conditions were 94°C for 2 min, followed by 55 cycles at 94°C for 45 s, 50°C for 50 s, and 72°C for Mosquito feeding patterns identify vertebrate species 1 min with a fi nal extension at 72°C for 7 min. (cdc.gov)
- We identifi ed blood meals of Culex mos- those previously reported ( 3 , 4 ), except that northern car- quitoes collected in New York and found feeding patterns dinals ( Cardinalis cardinalis ), not American robins, were unlike those previously reported ( 4 , 5 ). (cdc.gov)
- To gain insight into the social dynamics and feeding patterns of deer, you must first understand their body language. (deercolor.com)
- The distribution of owl species in Indiana can vary depending on factors such as habitat preferences, migration patterns, and breeding behaviors. (hummingbirdsplus.org)
Species7
- Mosquitoes trapped in parks and preserves fed on 32 species of birds. (cdc.gov)
- Animals were fed complete nutritionally adequate rations ad libitum to meet daily growth requirements for each species. (wvu.edu)
- Daily feed intake varied in all species (P (wvu.edu)
- Individual differences were seen in each species with other behaviors and performance measurements. (wvu.edu)
- Although behavioral differences were seen with RFI in all species, a more complete behavioral analysis is required to understand how dominance behavior and behavior allocation affect energy expenditure and intake. (wvu.edu)
- Each owl species has its own unique characteristics, behaviors, and habitat preferences, contributing to the rich biodiversity of Indiana's avian population. (hummingbirdsplus.org)
- Many bird species feed on spiders, and Bolas Spiders are no exception. (whatsthatbug.com)
Traits8
- Feeding behavior traits are an essential part of livestock production. (biomedcentral.com)
- However, the genetic base of feeding behavior traits remains unclear in Pekin ducks. (biomedcentral.com)
- Genome-wide association analysis (GWAS) was conducted for feeding behavior traits. (biomedcentral.com)
- This study is the first GWAS for feeding behavior traits in ducks. (biomedcentral.com)
- Feeding behavior traits are also very vital in Pekin ducks. (biomedcentral.com)
- Meanwhile, we also showed that feeding behavior traits were highly heritable in Pekin ducks. (biomedcentral.com)
- However, few QTLs related to feeding behavior traits have been reported in ducks due to the non-availability of genotyping arrays. (biomedcentral.com)
- In this study, we carried out a genome-wide association study for feeding behavior in Pekin ducks based on GBS method to identify novel loci associated with these traits. (biomedcentral.com)
Intake4
- This locus was also significantly associated with meal feed intake, and explained 2.72% of this phenotypic variation. (biomedcentral.com)
- The average daily feed intake (DFI) of the ducks was 0.31 kg, with a standard derivation of 0.03. (biomedcentral.com)
- The type of cows with a greater risk of reduced feed intake are newly introduced heifers, fresh cows, sick cows and lame cows. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
- Adjusting feeding management by reducing crowding at the feed bunk, feeding more often, feeding at different times or by allowing more residual feed, may lead to improvement of feed intake and the type of fresh feed the at-risk cows eat. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
Predators3
- Carrion is detected by smell and the sound of other predators feeding. (wikipedia.org)
- Their auditory perception is powerful enough to detect sounds of predators killing prey or feeding on carcasses over distances of up to 10 km (6.2 mi). (wikipedia.org)
- This discourages predators from feeding on the monarchs. (worldatlas.com)
Infant7
- Breastfeeding always has been the criterion standard for infant feeding. (medscape.com)
- Prior to the advent of commercial formulas, breastfeeding was, in truth, the only way to feed an infant. (medscape.com)
- IYCN helped to set a countrywide standard for improved feeding practices by supporting the revision of Lesotho's National Infant and Young Child Feeding Policy and incorporating the World Health Organization's guidelines on HIV and infant feeding into national PMTCT guidelines. (who.int)
- In February 2010, IYCN assisted the MOHSW with presenting the infant and young child feeding guidelines to the Minister of Health. (who.int)
- Additionally, IYCN collaborated with each ministry to train 246 traditional healers in villages and 30 mentor mothers from mothers2mothers about how to counsel HIV-positive mothers on infant feeding. (who.int)
- Over the life of the project, IYCN supported the training of nearly 750 community health workers to counsel mothers on infant and young child feeding. (who.int)
- Trained community health workers increased community support for optimal infant feeding practices and improved social norms, individual attitudes, and infant feeding behaviors. (who.int)
Optimal1
- To effectively reach communities with information about optimal feeding practices, the project fostered collaboration among three government ministries to develop joint training and supervision activities. (who.int)
Feeders1
- Nowadays, with the widespread use of automatic feeders, individual feeding behavior can be recorded accurately in a large population, which could facilitate the understanding of genetic bases for feeding behavior in poultry. (biomedcentral.com)
Displacement1
- GrowSafe radio frequency technology (GrowSafe Systems Ltd.) was used to monitor animal identification, visit time and location, duration, and feed displacement. (wvu.edu)
Abstract1
- Abstract The American Barn Owl (Tyto furcata) lives in urban, periurban and wild environments and feeds mainly on small rodents , meaning it has great importance in the biological control of pests. (bvsalud.org)
Larvae2
- These eggs hatch in about four days to give rise to the larvae or caterpillar which voraciously feeds on the milkweed plant to store energy as fat to be utilized during the non-feeding pupal stage of the butterfly. (worldatlas.com)
- Tick larvae are smaller than the nymphs, but they rarely carry the infection at the time of feeding and are probably not important in the transmission of Lyme disease to humans. (cdc.gov)
Libitum1
Context1
Subsequent2
- Subsequent imaging of other mice that were fed more than their normal amount of food, until they were full, revealed a different pattern of DRN activity. (technologynetworks.com)
- Together, these factors influence the perceived palatability of a food source and subsequent feeding behavior. (frontiersin.org)
Biological1
- The new findings are the latest evidence that eating is a complex biological behavior mediated by multiple sites in the brain. (technologynetworks.com)
Mosquito2
- However, the effectiveness of these interventions is now being threatened by numerous factors, such as resistance to insecticide in the mosquito vector and their preference to feed and rest outdoors or early in the evening (when humans are not protected by the bednets). (ku.edu)
- A notable feature of the model is that it stratifies the mosquito population in terms of type (wild or resistant to insecticides) and feeding preference (indoor or outdoor). (ku.edu)
Time6
- Meanwhile, the average total feeding time (TFT) was 382.77 min, the mean of number of meals (NM) was 14.32, and the average meal duration (MD) was 73.41 s in ducks during the observation period. (biomedcentral.com)
- Modifications were made to the feed nodes for the ram and buck research to prevent more than one animal from feeding at one time. (wvu.edu)
- Deer behavior can be tricky to interpret - but with a few basic tips, you can become an expert in no time. (deercolor.com)
- The one-pan test often involves free-feeding one food source at a time, recording the amount of food consumed over a specified period, and then comparing that to one or more other feed types. (frontiersin.org)
- Data are presented from 0400 h, since this was a time of low feeding activity for both treatments. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
- Thus, the nymphs typically have ample time to feed and transmit the infection (ticks are most likely to transmit infection after approximately 2 or more days of feeding). (cdc.gov)
Fewer3
- Negative RFI goats and the rams in the first year had fewer feeding and nonfeeding bouts (P (wvu.edu)
- After all, not giving pacifiers to breast-fed babies is one of the 10 steps required if hospitals are to be considered "Baby-Friendly," a coveted designation that fewer than 10% of U.S. hospitals have achieved. (time.com)
- Temple and Konstantareas found that persons with DS and AD have less severe psychotic behaviors, fewer hallucinations, and fewer delusions and were more likely to engage in physical movements than those with AD only. (medscape.com)
Deer5
- Understanding deer behavior is key to successful feeding and ensuring a safe environment for both you and the deer. (deercolor.com)
- Deer behavior can be unpredictable, but understanding it is key to feeding success! (deercolor.com)
- By observing deer behavior in its natural habitat , you can learn how to anticipate their needs and respond accordingly. (deercolor.com)
- Understanding deer body language is key to a successful feeding experience. (deercolor.com)
- The deer (or bear) tick, Ixodes dammini, which normally feeds on the white-footed mouse, the white-tailed deer, other mammals, and birds, is responsible for transmitting Lyme disease bacteria to humans in the northeastern and north-central United States. (cdc.gov)
Behavioral1
- Behavioral observations were made by video on the first, and last 2 days of each 10-day treatment period of both a.m. and p.m. feedings. (frontiersin.org)
Nest1
- After approximately a month, the female also began to leave the nest and return with prey , which was offered to the chicks, with the male also continuing this behavior . (bvsalud.org)
Habitat1
- We suggest caution the principal hosts throughout the season, and feeding pat- in applying fi ndings for epidemiologic purposes across dif- terns differed somewhat, depending on the habitat of the ferent habitats and large geographic areas. (cdc.gov)
Pregnant1
- Feeding low-protein diets to pregnant rats produces a increased more than in children not exposed to tobacco in broad spectrum of disorders in their offspring (7): hyper- utero. (cdc.gov)
Individual1
- In this study, the feeding information of 540 Pekin ducks was recorded, and individual genotype was evaluated using genotyping-by-sequencing methods. (biomedcentral.com)
Infants1
- After tracking 2,249 babies born between June 2010 and August 2011, they noted that exclusive breast-feeding dropped from 79% of infants between July and November 2010 to 68% between January to August 2011. (time.com)
Practices2
- Building the capacity of a wide range of community workers resulted in supportive networks for improved feeding practices in many communities, including among village chiefs, traditional healers, and men's groups. (who.int)
- In early childhood, feed- mental susceptibilities for obesity from gestation through ing practices, taste acquisition, and eating in the absence adolescence (Table). (cdc.gov)
Diet3
- This paper aims to contribute to the clarification of the effects of a diet rich in sugar beet pulp on animal behavior, growth performance, carcass quality and gut health of fattening pigs. (ac.be)
- Good diet and feed provision form the basic requirements to ensure cows are healthy and highly productive. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
- Diet behavior & nutrition questionnaire (e.g. (cdc.gov)
Performance1
- For one thing, feeding behavior can be an effective way to track animal performance and health status. (biomedcentral.com)
Lower3
- Fiber is also known to reduce stereotyped and aggressive behaviors, and to lower ammonia emissions from slurry (Philippe et al. (ac.be)
- the best feed is gone and the content of the remaining feed is often lower quality. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
- Contrary to popular belief, restricting pacifier use results in lower rates of exclusive breast-feeding, according to research from one Oregon hospital. (time.com)
Rarely1
- Research in the eastern United States has indicated that, for the most part, ticks transmit Lyme disease to humans during the nymph stage, probably because nymphs are more likely to feed on a person and are rarely noticed because of their small size (less than 2 mm). (cdc.gov)
Associate1
- We were really surprised and disappointed because we had hoped that limiting pacifiers would improve breast-feeding rates," says Dr. Carrie Phillipi, an associate professor of pediatrics at OHSU and co-author of the study, which was presented Monday at the annual meeting of the Pediatric Academic Societies in Boston. (time.com)
Establish2
- Their reactions can be quick, so you should take care to establish trust before feeding them. (deercolor.com)
- Very few high-quality studies of the relationship between breast-feeding and pacifier use exist, says Phillipi, and those that do don't clearly establish that pacifiers negatively impact breast-feeding rates. (time.com)
Affect1
- Above is an example showing how feeding management can affect eating behavior. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
Birds2
- fed pothesized to be responsible for the seasonal rise in human exclusively on birds. (cdc.gov)
- The pleasures of discovering the incredible diversity of bird behaviors, colors and songs are shared in this video featuring birds of the Northeastern United States. (cornell.edu)
Percentage1
- Percentage of cows per group present at the feed bunk over a 24-h period (percentage for each 60-s interval during the day) for 2 treatments: 1) cows were milked and fed at 0530 and 1730 h, and 2) cows were milked at 0530 and 1730 h and fed at 1130 h and 2130 h. (nedap-livestockmanagement.com)
Mice1
- Different brain regions are activated in mice that are well fed (left) and hungry (right). (technologynetworks.com)
Researchers1
- But a new study - from researchers intent on promoting exclusive breast-feeding, no less - is questioning whether that's sound advice. (time.com)
Animals1
- Animal behavior refers to the instant response of animals to changes in their living environment or variations in their internal physiological conditions. (biomedcentral.com)
Contribute1
Bodies2
Study2
- The goal of this study was to investigate the genetic markers associated with feeding behavior in Pekin ducks. (biomedcentral.com)
- In the present study, the differences in host suitability between B and Q whitefly adults to five host plants (cabbage, cotton, cucumber, poinsettia, and tomato) were evaluated based on their respective feeding behaviors using a direct-current electrical penetration graph (DC-EPG) system. (ijbs.com)
Energy1
- There is tons of energy around improving exclusive breast-feeding rates," says Phillipi. (time.com)
Standard1
- Deux lots de 24 porcs ont été divisés en deux groupes recevant soit un aliment standard à base de céréales (STD, 19% glucides non-amylacés), soit un aliment riche en fibres avec 23 % de pulpes de betteraves (HFD, 31% glucides non-amylacés). (ac.be)
Role1
- These results indicated quite clearly that neurons in that part of the brain played a role in feeding behavior. (technologynetworks.com)
Change1
- Target Nurse-In: Did It Change Perceptions of Public Breast-Feeding? (time.com)
Common1
- In Cameroon, it is common for spotted hyenas to feed on small antelopes like kob, but may also scavenge on reedbuck, kongoni, buffalo, giraffe, African elephant, topi and roan antelope carcasses. (wikipedia.org)
Provide1
- Neither test fully accounts for the complexity of the canine feeding experience nor do they provide applicable representations of canine feeding behavior in the home. (frontiersin.org)
Plants1
- The monarch caterpillar feeds extensively on the milkweed plants till it enters the pupal stage while the adult butterflies sip the nectar of flowers. (worldatlas.com)
Front1
- More orcas have died entangled in fishing gear in Alaska this year than in previous years, which may be linked to a "new behavior" where they feed in front of ascending fishing nets. (livescience.com)
Workers2
- Artificially inseminated workers express the behavior of queens, founding and producing colonies that run through the entire lifecycle. (nature.com)
- De-queening of colonies triggers this behavior, suggesting that mated workers might take-over colonies in the wild after queen loss. (nature.com)
Found1
- Yet OHSU, which is trying to achieve Baby-Friendly certification, found that limiting pacifier use resulted in decreased rates of exclusive breast-feeding. (time.com)