Biological activity of Claviceps gigantea in juvenile New Zealand rabbits

In this study, weight of animals, feed consumption and feed conversion were evaluated in individual animals. Blood samples were taken for haemograms, and finally euthanasia was practiced. The consumption ofC. gigantea had a negative effect on body weight and feed consumption. The necropsies showed anomalies proportional to the consumption of feed contaminated with the fungus.
Source: Mycotoxin Research - Category: Toxicology Source Type: research