Chicks tested in the open field immediately after being separated from their companions displayed fewer pecking responses, more distress calls, and less locomotion in comparison to chicks tested 4 hours after separation. Duration of rearing (number of days of group-housing) significantly affected only the distress calls of chicks.
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