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Anatomy of the Laying Hen

Dr. Mickey A. Latour


Purdue University
Overview of Slides
 Thepurpose of this slide set is present
an overview of the layer hens anatomy.
Layer Hen
Liver: note the pale
color which is
attributed to fat content

Abdominal Fat
Spleen

Gizzard Follicle: a premature yolk

Pancreas: it is surrounded by the small intestine,


see next slide for a better view
Gizzard

Pancreas

Small Intestine

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