Looks funky anybody seen this before?

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Start date Oct 9, 2019

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Oct 9, 2019

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Shannarose

In the Brooder

Has anyone seen this before and should I be concerned and seek treatment?

Oct 9, 2019

#2

featheredplanets

Crowing

Looks like the oil gland. That’s why they rub their faces near their tail when they preen

Oct 9, 2019

#3

Peepsi

Songster

Seconding the oil gland. It should be near the base of the tail. It helps keep the feathers nice and oiled and shiny.

Oct 9, 2019

#4

ButtonquailGirl14

Crossing the Road

That’s an oil gland!

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