Leg mites?

[Old Ben]

Can anyone tell me if my chicken has scaly leg mites?

 

[ChickenCanoe]

I don't see a sign of them but my eyes have been failing.
Where do you see the signs?

 

[PirateGirl]

I was thinking they look pretty healthy as well.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Can anyone tell me if my chicken has scaly leg mites?

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I don't really see anything too concerning.
The scales may be a bit dry.

I'll give you a tip There is nothing that says you can't apply some oil, A+D ointment or vaseline to the legs of your chickens anytime you want, it won't hurt them one bit.

 

[Old Ben]

I don't see a sign of them but my eyes have been failing.
Where do you see the signs?

I’m unaware of what the signs look like. I decided to ask on here because when I google it I can’t find a straight answer.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

I’m unaware of what the signs look like. I decided to ask on here because when I google it I can’t find a straight answer.

Scaly Leg Mites are microscopic and cannot be seen by the naked eye, but they do leave evidence behind - raised, crusty scales. The mites live on the bird under the scales, over time the scales begin to raise due to mite population and their poop. What sometimes can look like dirt/debris under the scales is their poop.
Your hen's leg scales look a bit dry to me, they may be a bit worn too. It won't hurt to put some oil/ointment on the legs, but I do not see anything that screams SLM.

There are some good photos of what SLM look like in the following article. If you google "Scaly Leg Mites Poultry" and look at the images you will also find some good examples.
https://the-chicken-chick.com/scaly-leg-mites-in-chickens/