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One of my hen raised chicks (4 weeks old) is missing quite a few feathers on the neck and wings (see images). First I thought it was because it's getting its adult feather coat or it was because it's being pecked at by the others, but since today he/she is also a bit lethargic.. stays in coop and seperates itself from others.
I seperated the chick from the rest but I am not sure what to do now... does anyone know what could be wrong and/or what I should do? Below is some more information about the situation:
- breed: light sussex
- age: 4 weeks (born 8/18)
- does drink water but haven't seen him/her eating today (they get chick crumbs)
- vent is clean (no signs of runny poo)
- crop seems empty
- other 3 chicks and mum are fine
- bedding is straw and saw dust
Thanks for your help!
I seperated the chick from the rest but I am not sure what to do now... does anyone know what could be wrong and/or what I should do? Below is some more information about the situation:
- breed: light sussex
- age: 4 weeks (born 8/18)
- does drink water but haven't seen him/her eating today (they get chick crumbs)
- vent is clean (no signs of runny poo)
- crop seems empty
- other 3 chicks and mum are fine
- bedding is straw and saw dust
Thanks for your help!
