Greasy tail?

[Judiv]

Wondering why my 7 month old Orpington seems to have a greasy tail. Just started laying 5 days ago. Anything I should worry about? Do I need to intervene?

 

[NuggetTheChicken]

She looks fine, nothing to worry about

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Wondering why my 7 month old Orpington seems to have a greasy tail. Just started laying 5 days ago. Anything I should worry about? Do I need to intervene? View attachment 2009520

Chickens have an oil gland (Uropygial gland) at the base of their tail. Likely that is why it looks oily. She may be preening a lot.
Have you taken a look to see if the gland is inflamed? The gland should be pinkish or the color of your chicken's skin (with a BO, it's probably white to pink), should not be angry looking. Below is a photo of the little nub and you should see something similar on your girl.

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[Judiv]

Chickens have an oil gland (Uropygial gland) at the base of their tail. Likely that is why it looks oily. She may be preening a lot.
Have you taken a look to see if the gland is inflamed? The gland should be pinkish or the color of your chicken's skin (with a BO, it's probably white to pink), should not be angry looking. Below is a photo of the little nub and you should see something similar on your girl.

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Thank you!
When I looked yesterday it appeared about the same color as the rest of her skin, but I'll check again tomorrow. She doesn't act any different.... Just a little more obnoxious to another hen who isn't laying yet. Guess she's big stuff now that she's laying (5 days, 4eggs). Funny chick.

 

[Judiv]

She looks fine, nothing to worry about

Ok, thanks!