Broody question

[joedie]

My Buff Orps frequently go broody and I notice that their comb and wattles seem to become very pale when they are. Is this normal?

 

[Mrs.Puff]

Mine do the same. I think it is normal. Maybe b/c their metabolism slows down or something. Don't know for sure!

 

[MIKE555444]

I agree...

My BO pullet just hatched 7 babies and her comb was very pale by hatch time.

I think it is because of their fasting and low water intake during the broody.

 

[noitulover]

just happened to me!

she got off the nest a few days ago! and since she's been out free-ranging with the others, she looks much better.

i think a full week of bugs/grass/layer pellets and more will bring it back to full color.