Black Spots on Comb

[Dragonfly14]

Hi everybody. I was cleaning my coop today and noticed these black spots on my Roos head. I’ve seen them in my old Roo too. Anyone know what they are? Many thanks!

 

[azygous]

Fowl pox, most likely. It's carried by mosquitoes. There is vaccination for it, but it's too late for this one. It should clear up on its own in a few weeks, but keep watch on him for signs it's spreading into his mouth. That can make it painful to eat.

 

[Eggcessive]

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It probably is peck wounds or injury from wire fencing. Fowl pox looks a bit similar, but usually differs in color from tan to dark brown. Pox is only common in warm months whe mosquitoes are around to spread the virus.