abstract:Debeaking, also called beak trimming, is the partial removal of the beak of poultry, especially layer hens and turkeys although it may also be performed on quail and ducks. Most commonly, the beak is shortened permanently, although regrowth can occur.
The resultshowed that serious round burndebeakingsignificantlyreducedfood takingandweight gaining of the baby chicken, which, therefore, should not beadoptedinproduction.