Coccidiosis is a fairly common disease which is mostly prevalent with birds kept in confinement it is often called the disease of the lazy farmer. It is usually associated with either negligence of the flock by the poultry owner or complete ignorance by the farmer on how to prevent the disease.

Coccidiosis is a parasitic disease of the intestinal tract of animals caused by coccidian protozoa. It is usually connected with high relative humidity moisture in the air, dampness and wet litter.
The disease spreads from one animal to another by contact with infected feces or ingestion of infected tissue. Diarrhea, which may become bloody in severe cases, which is the primary symptom.

Most animals infected with coccidia are asymptomatic, but young or immunocompromised animals may suffer severe symptoms and death.

Coccidiosis is a highly preventable poultry diseases, when stringent measures are put in place from day one on chick’s arrival.
Oocyst that is the parasitic protozoan that causes coccidiosis cannot survive extreme high temperature, freezing temperature, and dryness.

Poultry farmers especially newbie are advised to start their new flock during dry season. This will reduce the incidence of coccidiosis.

Before placing order for your day old chicks, you have to provide ample space for your chicks, ensure dryness of the litter good ventilation outlet and inlet for fresh air.

Coccidiosis becomes a cause for concerned when birds are reared, under conditions that permit the build-up of infective oocysts in the environment. The intensive rearing of domestic chickens may provide these conditions.
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