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Paragraph 9 Segregation of birds

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(1)

Birds shall be segregated according to species and sex, except that—

(a)

female birds may be transported with their broods;

(b)

male and female chicks may be transported together; and

(c)

male and female birds which are familiar with one another may travel together.

(2)

Chicks shall be segregated from all other poultry except their mother or other chicks.

(3)

Birds shall not be transported in proximity to any animal which is likely to be hostile to them or the presence of which is likely to cause them unnecessary suffering.