my chicken has a third nostril?

[whatsup chickenbutt]

I was out with my baby chicks (7 weeks) and I was right down close to them while they were drinkng water and I noticed that one of them (crevocoeur or black polish) was making a loud wheezing sound while she/he was breathing. Then I noticed that she has an extra hole on the top of her beak. Its about exactly the size of the 2 side nostrils, and centered perfectly. She doesnt behave any differently than the others, doesnt seem sick at all. Has anyone ever heard of anything like this? I will try to get a picture shortly.

 

[Chicabee19]

wow, that's weird! Of course you know we want to see pics!

 

[farmergal]

Don't know the answer... but it's a really interesting question and might need a little bump

 

[Lil Chirp]

That is so odd.
I want one.

 

[Jenski]

My guess is that someone is pecking her beak and injuring it. I'll bet if you sit and watch them long enough - - especially while they are eating - - you will find another chick is pecking her.

Please keep us posted. If she is indeed injured, you may wish to separate her until this heals.