Changes in the behaviour before normal calving to predict its onset in Mediterranean buffaloes heifers

Lanzoni, Lydia; Chincarini, Matteo; Giammarco, Melania; Fusaro, Isa; Iannotta, M.; Podaliri, M.; Contri, Alberto; Gloria, Alessia; Vignola, G.

doi:10.1016/j.applanim.2022.105721

Cited by 6 publications

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“…Scan sampling with short intervals correlated highly with continuous observation; time sampling was not accurate; and focal animal sampling was accurate for most behaviors [116] Lameness detection China Correlation between lameness and the supporting phase was 0.864 [4] Change in behaviors around calving Italy The frequency of lying, tail raising, and walking increased during the pre-calving period [130] Tracking under farm conditions South Korea Accuracy of 84.49% in tracking cattle [131] Indentifying and recognizing activities Italy Detecting and recognizing cattle was effective, with mean average precision of 89% [132] Temporal and spatial use of riparian pasture Semi-extensive United States…”

Section: Unmanned Aerial Vehiclesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Application of Precision Technologies to Characterize Animal Behavior: A Review

Hlimi,

El Otmani,

Elame

et al. 2024

Animals

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This study aims to evaluate the state of precision livestock farming (PLF)’s spread, utilization, effectiveness, and evolution over the years. PLF includes a plethora of tools, which can aid in a number of laborious and complex tasks. These tools are often used in the monitoring of different animals, with the objective to increase production and improve animal welfare. The most frequently monitored attributes tend to be behavior, welfare, and social interaction. This study focused on the application of three types of technology: wearable sensors, video observation, and smartphones. For the wearable devices, the focus was on accelerometers and global positioning systems. For the video observation, the study addressed drones and cameras. The animals monitored by these tools were the most common ruminants, which are cattle, sheep, and goats. This review involved 108 articles that were believed to be pertinent. Most of the studied papers were very accurate, for most tools, when utilized appropriate; some showed great benefits and potential.

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Section: Unmanned Aerial Vehiclesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Application of Precision Technologies to Characterize Animal Behavior: A Review

Hlimi,

El Otmani,

Elame

et al. 2024

Animals

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“…With these observations, it can be seen that the change in activity may be an early indicator of parturition in this species. In the domestic bovine, there is an 80% increase the standing periods among females housed indoors [ 46 ], and in this species, too, the change in activity may be an early indicator of parturition [ 47 ].…”

Section: Calving Behaviormentioning

confidence: 99%

Dairy Buffalo Behavior: Calving, Imprinting and Allosuckling

Mota-Rojas

Bragaglio²,

Braghieri

et al. 2022

Animals

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Maternal behavior, in water buffalo and other ruminants, is a set of patterns of a determined species, including calving, imprinting, and suckling. This behavior is mainly triggered by hormone concentration changes and their interactions with their respective receptors in the brain, particularly oxytocin. These chemical signals also influence mother–young bonding, a critical process for neonatal survival that develops during the first postpartum hours. Currently, dairy buffalo behavior during parturition has rarely been studied. For this reason, this review aims to analyze the existing scientific evidence regarding maternal behavior in water buffalo during calving. It will address the mechanisms of imprinting, maternal care, and allosuckling strategies that may influence the survival and health of calves.

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