Featherless/fluffless silkie chick

[sheila22]

I had a silkie chick hatch today without any feathers/fluff. So far the hen is caring for it. Has anyone else had this happen?

 

[lightchick]

You mean she's like only has skin? No fuzz?

 

[lightchick]

Can you post a pic?

 

[sheila22]

She is "naked as a jay bird", no fluff. I'll see if I can figure out how to post a photo tomorrow.

 

[lightchick]

Weird. I never heard of that happening before. I wonder if she'll always be naked.
I'm sure she'll be fine as long as she doesn't get cold.

 

[sheila22]

I've posted a pic on Raising Baby Chicks forum.