Bermuda Grass and Ergot
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Bermuda Grass
Names: Cynodon dactylon
Description: Can be fed to horses under good conditions. In some climates a fungus called ergot can develop. Ergot is small brown / black nodules in the seed heads.
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Concern level: Strong in pasture grazed animals in climates where ergot emerges.
Toxic parts: Ergot nodules
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Symptoms: Lack of coordination, tremors, odd head movements, rolling tongue, can cause paralysis.
Danger: “bermuda Grass Shakes” or “Dallis Grass Tremors” Generally clears up after horse removed from toxin. May cause pregnant mares to abort.
More information: OMAFRA
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