Why do chickens take dust bathes?

KaylorFarms · Apr 27, 2017

This may be a stupid question, but why do chickens take dust bathes?

eggbert420 · Apr 27, 2017

To prevent parasites such as mites and lice from finding a home in their feathers and legs.

cockrio · Apr 27, 2017

chicken take dust bath to scrub oil,scarp,lice,mite and louse etc. To remind you it not a stupid but, great question.

KaylorFarms · Apr 27, 2017

cockrio said:
chicken take dust bath to scrub oil,scarp,lice,mite and louse etc. To remind you it not a stupid but, great question.

Thanks!! My chickens would take dust bathes all day if given the chance!!

cockrio · Apr 27, 2017

you are welcome anytime anyday

KaylorFarms · Apr 27, 2017

Thanks so much!

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