Are these lice? What do I do? - Oregon

[brittyblevins]

Hey all! I need some help. My mama hen with four adopted babies possibly has lice! What should I do? She's covered in these little bugs so I'm assuming the babies now have them. And I'm sure the rest of my flock does too but I never noticed until my broody girl fluffed up to protect her babies. Anyway, please help! What can I do to get rid of these things? Thank you!!

 

[sourland]

Lice for sure - I would dust them lightly with a poultry dust and then repeat according to the recommendation on the container. The rest of your flock should be treated also.

 

[brittyblevins]

Thanks so so much! I appreciate your help!