Beaks turning black at the base?

chickery

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Jun 18, 2025
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Hey there: I hope someone here can help me because I don't have a clue what this could be. We have 12 Buff Orpington hens. They are 5 months old, and some are just beginning to lay. About half of them have developed black crusty spot at the base of their beak. One also has a small black spot on her comb, and one has a black spot on the bottom of her ear. They seem to be acting normal; eating and drinking. It has been extremely hot and humid here in Southern Alabama. They are free rangers. Picture attached.
 

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