The Effect of Feeding High Level of Protein on Reproductive Performance of Bali Starling

摘要

Bali Starling naturally found in the western part of Bali Island, is a critically endangered species. The research aim was to improve their reproductive performance of egg production and hatcthability by feeding various levels of protein. Twelve pairsof Bali starling were divided into 4 treatment groups i.e C (control, commercial feed); Tl (protein 17%); T2 (protein 18%); T3 (protein 19%). Feed were made from combinations of Gryllus mitratus, Oecophylla smarag-dina’s egg, Musa acuminata balbisiana,Zea maize, Arachis Hypogaea, Glycine max, Vigna radiate and fish powder. The result showed T3: 19% protein had better result for egg production and hatchability.