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Broody question

Discussion in 'Chicken Behaviors and Egglaying' started by joedie, Nov 11, 2009.

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  1. Nov 11, 2009 #1
    joedie

    joedie Songster

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    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?
     

  4. Nov 11, 2009 #2
    Mrs.Puff

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    Mine do the same. I think it is normal. Maybe b/c their metabolism slows down or something. Don't know for sure!
     
  6. Nov 11, 2009 #3
    MIKE555444

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    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.
     
  8. Nov 11, 2009 #4
    noitulover

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    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.
     

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