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loosing Feathers

Discussion in 'Emergencies / Diseases / Injuries and Cures' started by Aviary junkie, Sep 26, 2010.

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  1. Sep 26, 2010 #1
    Aviary junkie

    Aviary junkie Out Of The Brooder

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    I have a 1 1/2 year old hen who is loosing feathers on her head and now her neck. This has been going on all summer. I don't feel that it is molting. Some of my other hens are molting and it doesn't look the same. Her skin is not broken but in places looks red. She is still bright eyed and active, she eats well but seems to be losing feathers and it seems to be getting worse. I have tried to check her for lice and mites and I have not been able to see anything.

    Does anyone have any thoughts?
     
  3. Sep 26, 2010 #2
    CMV

    CMV Flock Mistress

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    Time for a bug check. Lice and mites can cause feather loss.
    ETA- check her with a flashlight after dark concentrating on the vent area. Mites are active after dark.
     
    Last edited: Sep 26, 2010
  5. Sep 26, 2010 #3
    theFox

    theFox Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Birds do not all moult at the same rate. 18 month old birds are likely to be going through their first major moult.

    That having been said, there are also bugs that can be in play along with your hen's other flock mates.
     

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