is this molting?

[fam5r]

Here is our Barred Rock hen who has been losing feathers alot lately. is this molting or is it something more serious?

 

[TurtlePowerTrav]

Yes, she looks like she is finishing up a molting. Those are the new feathers coming in.

 

[fam5r]

Thank you for your response our rhode islands dont look that bad at all.

 

[Hwlchickmama]

Aww that's what my b.rock looks like too!!! Your lucky mine won't let me touch her!!!! Not gunna lie this first molt experience is SCARY!!!