Ants on broody hen

[Riverbend Farms]

Ants are on my broody hen (only like 10) They are on her side. I am worried they will get in her vent but I have found none near it and they only seem to go near her tail but not on her butt fluff. Should I be worried?

 

[sourland]

I'd be concerned that they might attack the hatching chicks.

 

[Riverbend Farms]

We don't have a rooster. I am just worried they will hurt her (Holly)

 

[Geena]

Best to move and break her then.

 

[sourland]

We don't have a rooster. I am just worried they will hurt her (Holly)

Then there is no reason to allow her to set. Broodiness is debilitating - especially in this excessive heat.