BBSRC | High arctic avian athlete gives lessons about animal welfare @bbsrcmedia | Uploaded February 2011 | Updated October 2024, 9 hours ago.
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Researchers report that an arctic relative of the grouse has evolved to cope with its extreme environment by moving efficiently at high speeds or when carrying winter weight. This discovery is of relevance to welfare in the poultry industry where birds are bred to be heavier. Ultimately better understanding the physiology of a natural animal model of extreme weight gain could one day lead to improving the welfare and meat yield of domesticated breeds and so contribute to preventing a future food security crisis.


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