Bantam Cochin red legs update

[duncanette]

Well I had just written a description of this update, I'm still new, and couldn't figure out how to make an addendum to original post so the people who replied with helpful comments could see this update. I have no idea what happens so I apologize if there's a duplicate post.
I'm wondering now, if this redness is just natural and not noticed until maturity and current molt. His legs look less irritated and less visible due to new feather growth.
Does anyone agree? Or have any new info

 

[LaidWithLove]

There are many opinions on this condition so take mine as you will.
It is normal for feather legged breeds, especially roosters. I have only ever seen this happen with Cochins, Brahmas, and Langshans (I have a Langshan roo who has it)
in essence, if you have ruled out mites, wounds, etc, it is highly likely that it is just inflamed tissue. pressure on the foot and leg feathers causes feather shafts to snap and swell, causing angry red tissue. my rooster especially has this issue in spring/fall when it is muddy and his feathers are brittle from traipsing through the mud. sometimes an epsom salt bath can help the appearance to take down some swelling, but my roo doesn't seem bothered by it.
I just keep an eye for any open wounds and leave him be.
it is also heightened by hormones which turn the legs, feet, face, wattles and comb a brilliant red color, but again that's normally in spring and in fall

 

[aart]

couldn't figure out how to make an addendum to original post

Here's your other thread:
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/missing-scales.1398551/
You can just keep replying to the thread to continue the discussion with your updates or other questions.