Are these scaly leg mites?

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Do these look like scaly leg mites? ChatGBT says no but I don’t know yet if I trust ChatGBT?

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Never trust an ai BOT if you want anything close to accurate answers on anything.
What's the age and gender of this bird?
3.5yr female Wyandotte. Her comb and wattles are still very bright red and she’s laying normally and acting normal (normal for winter at least).
 
3.5yr female Wyandotte. Her comb and wattles are still very bright red and she’s laying normally and acting normal (normal for winter at least).
I wouldn't say it's mites, she may just have cold feed though you can rupping oil on her legs for about a week if you're concerned .
 
I went through SLM earlier this year. If she has them, it's a super mild case around that one grey/flaky patch. Now that you have some good photos, you can keep an eye on it. Start treatment if it spreads.

Also, I see you're new here! Welcome in! 😁
 
Do these look like scaly leg mites? ChatGBT says no but I don’t know yet if I trust ChatGBT?

Thanks!

3.5yr female Wyandotte. Her comb and wattles are still very bright red and she’s laying normally and acting normal (normal for winter at least).
Looks like it may be some minor damage or worn scales of the legs/feet.

If you wish, you can always apply a little oil or A+D ointment to the legs/feet, it won't hurt anything and she'll have a spa day and you'll get to hold a hen - Win/Win:)
 

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