Preferred Term:
mulesing
Definition:
The surgical removal or the physical destruction of skin near the tail and perineal area of sheep in order to reduce the incidence of flystrike.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Broader Concept:
Entry Terms:
- Mules operation
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/127366
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