Jersey Giant Chick Swollen Crop

[Gane]

Hey everyone,

I have a 7 week old Jersey Giant that has a swollen crop, it seems to be empty in the morning and then swells for most of the day after she eats. Not sure if this is something I should concern myself with. She doesn't seem to be acting weird or sickly. Her growth also seems fine. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Ray

 

[cavemanrich]

The crop is where food is accumulated. Overnight it gets emptied as chicken eats/digests feed. In the morning, its back to empty stomach/crop.
Are your other chickens different???

 

[Gane]

The major difference is that I have not seen this type of swelling with the other birds. I do understand how the crop works, hers just gets do big I can see skin through her feathers. I will just keep an eye on her.

 

[azygous]

If you post a photo of her, a full shot of a frontal view and a full shot of a side view, perhaps we could judge if the crop is simply a chick that has stuffed itself, which many chicks do, or if it's something beyond the realm of normal gluttony.

 

[Gane]

Thank you, I will try to grab one in the morning. I appreciate the help.