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How to spot and stop Ascaridia galli in chickens
Ascaridia galli is a common intestinal roundworm in poultry. If not controlled, it can cause poor growth, reduced egg production and general health issues in your flock.
Understanding how the parasite spreads—and how to prevent it—can help you maintain a healthier, more efficient poultry operation.
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Cause of Ascaridia galli (worms)
Ascaridia galli is a parastitic type of roundworm that lives in the intestines of chickens. The worms come from eggs that are passed out in the droppings of infected birds. These eggs stay in the litter, soil, or on equipment, and healthy chickens can get infected when they eat contaminated feed, water, or peck around in dirty bedding.
Once inside the chicken, the worm grows in the gut and can cause health problems like poor growth, weight loss, and fewer eggs. Young birds and those in dirty or crowded conditions are most at risk.
How Ascaridia galli Spreads
Ascaridia galli spreads easily and is difficult to recognize.
- By ingesting worm eggs from contaminated feed, water, or litter
- Due to poor hygiene and lack of proper cleaning in poultry houses
- From overcrowding and high bird density
- Through wild birds, rats, or mice bringing in parasite eggs
- By reusing dirty bedding without thorough cleaning or disinfection
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Symptoms of Ascaridia galli
How do you know if your birds are infected? Watch out for these signs:
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- Reduced appetite
- Slower growth
- Dull feathers
- Weight loss
- Diarrhea
- Reduced egg production
Prevent poultry from Ascaridia galli with these tips
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Clean water supply
Ensure regular maintenance to prevent biofilm buildup in water lines and containers.:format(webp))
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