Is this normal for poults?

[linsybird]

Hello everyone, I have a quick question about my turkey poult. He’s probably around 4 weeks old (not completely sure), and he seems to have a hard time taking car of his tail feathers. They’re raggedy and dirty. His other feathers are clean, and I frequently see him grooming himself. I have chickens too, and they don’t seem to have a problem keeping their tail feathers looking nice. Would this be considered ruffled feathers, or is that something else?

 

[R2elk]

Hello everyone, I have a quick question about my turkey poult. He’s probably around 4 weeks old (not completely sure), and he seems to have a hard time taking car of his tail feathers. They’re raggedy and dirty. His other feathers are clean, and I frequently see him grooming himself. I have chickens too, and they don’t seem to have a problem keeping their tail feathers looking nice. Would this be considered ruffled feathers, or is that something else?

Post photos so we can see what you are talking about.

 

[linsybird]

Post photos so we can see what you are talking about.

Sorry, I though I did, but it completely slipped my mind!

 

[linsybird]

 

[R2elk]

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It isn't unusual. Turkeys in general do not take as good care of their feathers and feet as do chickens.

 

[linsybird]

It isn't unusual. Turkeys in general do not take as good of care of their feathers and feet as do chickens.

Thank you! This guy has had a rough time since I got him, so I'm a little paranoid when it comes to his health.