Mar 12, 2020 #1 B brdman62 Hatching Joined Mar 12, 2020 Messages 2 Reaction score 13 Points 3 I have a 8 day old chick that is,going bold on back. Others say its pin feathers coming in. After a closer look, its,bold spots, no growth at all. What could this be? Attached are 2 photos
I have a 8 day old chick that is,going bold on back. Others say its pin feathers coming in. After a closer look, its,bold spots, no growth at all. What could this be? Attached are 2 photos
Mar 12, 2020 #2 ChickenCanoe Addict Premium Feather Member 15 Years Educator Friend Spirit Joined Nov 23, 2010 Messages 35,492 Reaction score 32,747 Points 1,267 Location St. Louis, MO It could just be a molt. Chicks go through several molts as they mature. Don't be overly concerned unless they become lethargic or otherwise sick.
It could just be a molt. Chicks go through several molts as they mature. Don't be overly concerned unless they become lethargic or otherwise sick.
Mar 12, 2020 #3 chrissynemetz Psalm 91 ❤ Premium Feather Member 12 Years Spirit Greeter Friend Joined Dec 19, 2013 Messages 44,815 Reaction score 382,779 Points 1,977 Location Olathe Colorado Do you have any other chicks with it? How is it behaving? Is it eating and pooping ok?
Mar 13, 2020 #4 aart RIP 1958-2025 Premium Feather Member 12 Years Loving Legacy Joined Nov 27, 2012 Messages 114,169 Reaction score 186,842 Points 1,967 Location SW Michigan My Coop My Coop That's an odd spot for a 9 day old chick to be bald. Is it being picked at by the other chicks?