Roundworms are the most common type of intestinal worm; they look like spaghetti and live in the intestine of the bird. They can affect chickens, turkeys, ducks and geese.
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Roundworms, also called ascarids, are the most common intestinal parasite found in poultry. The greatest impacts in a worm infestation are reduced feed efficiency and egg quality. In severe infestations, death may occur. Occasionally worms are found inside the chicken egg.
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Deworming is one of the major practices in poultry management. It is an act of eradicating worms that slows the Ultimum growth and liveliness in poultry birds. It’s the process of administering anthelmintic medication to kill parasitic worms or inhibit their ability to grow and reproduce. The medication prevents worms from infesting the digestive tract or other parts of the body.
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