WAEC Animal Husbandry 2020 Question 10

Question 10

Animal Diseases

What should a farmer do first if a sick bird is identified in a flock?

  1. A.Change the litter
  2. B.Isolate the bird
  3. C.Clean drinkers and feeders
  4. D.Call a veterinary personnel
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (Isolate the bird)

Explanation

Removing the sick bird first stops it spreading the disease to the rest of the flock.