Hen Ate Live Maggots From Wet Feed (Botulism?)

[User4477]

My 2 year old orpington hen ate tons of live maggots that were crawling all over old wet feed. I quickly cleaned the area but I'm worried about botulism or her getting sick from it... Is it likely she may get sick? What can I do for her?

This happened about 30 mins ago so she seems fine right now..

 

[Kiki]

She should be fine.
Pick up the wet feed and get rid of it.

 

[User4477]

She should be fine.
Pick up the wet feed and get rid of it.

Thank you, I cleaned it up so hopefully she'll be okay...

 

[BastyPutt]

The maggots are fine, probably a good source of protein actually. Any mold from the food would be the concern. You'd typically see negative effects pretty quickly, within 24 hours of eating moldy food.