F. Ben Mather

Common Poultry Diseases

G. D. Butcher, J. P. Jacob, and F. B. Mather

This document is about common diseases affecting poultry, with a focus on respiratory and non-respiratory conditions. It outlines the symptoms, transmission methods, treatment options, and prevention strategies for a wide range of illnesses that impact various bird species, including chickens, turkeys, ducks, and game birds. The information is intended to support poultry health management and biosecurity practices. Original publication date May, 1999.

Avian Diseases Transmissible to Humans

Michael A. Davis, Gary D. Butcher, and F. Ben Mather

Avian Influenza in Poultry

J. P. Jacob, G. D. Butcher, F. B. Mather, and R. D. Miles

This document provides an overview of avian influenza in poultry, detailing its history, clinical signs, transmission, and prevention. Avian influenza is a viral disease affecting birds' respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems, with varying pathogenicity. Original publication date April 1998.

Factors Affecting Egg Production in Backyard Chicken Flocks

Jacqueline P. Jacob, Henry R. Wilson, Richard D. Miles, Gary D. Butcher, and F. Ben Mather

This document is about the various factors that influence egg production in backyard chicken flocks. It outlines both noninfectious and infectious causes of reduced productivity, including nutritional deficiencies, environmental stressors, parasites, diseases, and management practices. The guide provides practical insights for identifying and addressing issues that may lead to a decline in egg output, helping poultry keepers maintain healthy and productive flocks. Original publication date April 1998.

Enfermedades Aviares Transmisibles a Humanos

Michael A. Davis, Gary D. Butcher y F. Ben Mather

Las personas que interactúen con aves ya sea como mascotas o como animales de producción, deben informarse sobre ciertas enfermedades aviares zoonóticas. Este tipo de enfermedades pueden transmitirse de animales a humanos. Los humanos rara vez contraen enfermedades aviares y no deben desanimarse de criar aves porque estas enfermedades no representan una amenaza grave para la mayoría de las personas. Sin embargo, los propietarios de aves deben estar informados sobre enfermedades zoonóticas y buscar asistencia médica si sospechan que pueden haber contraído una enfermedad de un ave. Este documento es PS23-Span, una publicación del Department of Animal Sciences, UF/IFAS Extension. Fecha original de publicación: abril 2025.