feather eating

[r&e_ellis]

im sure this comes up all the time but i couldnt find a thread that really answered my question.

This morning i noticed one of the birds eating feathers off the other. It doesnt seem to hurt so far but she took about 5 feathers in the time i sat there watching.

Should i separate them? Will it progress to pecking the skin? is there any way to stop it? If i do have to separate will i be able to re integrate?

I started with 3 chicks and am down to 2 due to an accident. The coop is fairly small but there is an enclosed run. Based on everything i read i thought it would be large enough. I dont know if theyre bored or what

 

[Backyard Hencam]

Could you give us a little more information?
How old are these chicks? What does their diet consist of? What has the temperature been in your area. Do they have access to the out-of-doors?

I know someone can help you with this so be patient.

 

[Imp]

r&e...

Here's a thread with info that may help.

Good Luck,
Imp



https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=98165