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SOFTBILLS

FEEDING any livestock is as important as feeding ourselves. Variety and a balanced diet promote health and fitness in all living things. And softbill diets are no different.

A diet for foreign softbills has to have a base and for these species a Uni-Patee will provide this. There are several on the market, including Orlux, Slaats, Haith's and Kiezebrink. All vary in quantity and whether they are bagged or in tubs. Prices have gone up this past 12 months, so it is advisable to shop around.

Normally, you feed this daily and start by removing the previous day's remnants. It is important to clean the dishes before the feeds, and to supply only enough for the birds in that aviary. That

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