Effect of organic biological additives on the morphology of the digestive tract in quails

Abstract

Using morphology and light microscopy, this work shows the positive effect of application of hydroponically grown wheat and an aqueous solution of astragalus as biological food additives on the development of the digestive system: muscular and glandular stomachs in Texas Pharaoh quails (Coturnix). Quails were divided into two groups (control and experimental) of 60 heads each. During the study, both groups were subject to identical keeping and feeding conditions in accordance with the established standards. Hydroponically grown wheat and an aqueous solution of astragalus were added to the diet of the experimental quail group. The data analysis conducted for the control and experimental quail groups using histology, morphometry and light microscopy made it possible to identify common patterns of the organization and development of morphofunctional structures of muscular and glandular stomachs and special aspects expressed in their more intensive development in the experimental group. The research data show that the use of hydroponically grown wheat and a solution of astragalus as organic bioadditives for stimulating the growth and development of production traits in quails and other birds is safe and acceptable. The obtained research data are of both practical and theoretical importance in implementing food programs and ensuring their reliability.