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Birds of Indian Subcontinent

Research Note: An Effective Anthelmintic in Treatment of Quail Infected with Capillaria contorta

Publication Type:Journal Article
Year of Publication:1969
Authors:Davis, RB, Good, RE, Tumlin, JT, Brown, J
Journal:Avian Diseases
Volume:13
Issue:3
Date Published:1969
ISBN Number:00052086
Keywords:Colinus virginianus, Coturnix, Coturnix coturnix, Phasianidae
Abstract:Maretin® (N-hydroxynaphthalimide diethyl phosphate) fed at the rate of 200 ppm appears to be an effective treatment for Capillaria contorta infection in Bobwhite quail. The feed appears slightly less palatable when medicated but no symptoms of toxicity developed.
URL:http://www.jstor.org/stable/1588547
Short Title:Avian Diseases
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