Waterfowl may be scalded at this temperature. Whatever method is used the birds must be properly bled. No scalding should be done before all movement has stopped. Feather Removal Birds should be plucked immediately after scalding. If mechanical pickers are used they should be adjusted for the size birds being picked.
Mechanical pickers make the job much faster.
Birds that are to be exhibited should be plucked by hand being sure that all pinfeathers are removed, and that there is no damage to the skin. This procedure requires a good deal of time if done correctly. Rubbing the feathers from the skin is frequently more effective than a picking motion. Evisceration Evisceration involves the removal of the contents of the body cavity plus the feet and head. To remove the head cut around the neck just behind the head, and twist.