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oestrus

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oestrus (US), estrus, estrum
a regularly occurring period of sexual receptivity in most female mammals, except humans, during which ovulation occurs and copulation can take place; heat


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In addition, females produce chirps when they are approaching and entering oestrus, and some non-vocal sounds, such as the snort and chomp, which are sometimes heard," he added.
It's part of an investment into heat detection collars - motion-sensing neck tags designed to pick up on oestrus activity such as mounting.
Another major consideration of the parlour was its ability to monitor cows' activity through a pedometer which highlights cows in oestrus and those which are unwell.
 
 
 
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