Odd feathering on Chickens - very worried

[James22martin66]

Hello,
I am a relatively new, young chicken owner. Today I noticed that some of my chickens, 3 out of 4, seem to have some odd feathering. They are all behaving as normal, but it seems like they are about to moult, even though I dont think it is mouting season. They are roughly 32 weeks old. We have just had a relatively cold spell here, I am wondering if it has anything to do with it. If anyone knows what it could be, advice will be greatly appreciated, I am a bit worried!

 

[FluffyBottomBantams]

I will be completely honest I don’t see anything wrong? Could u give us an idea of which feathers your worried about? Also, WELCOME!!!

 

[James22martin66]

Hi, thanks for the reply. I was worried about the feathers at the upper leg area, some seem to be sticking out. Being a first time chicken owner, and having only had them a few months, there are some things that sometimes worry me despite my research. Thank you. Your response has greatly reassured me!

 

[FluffyBottomBantams]

I think they are just regular feathers, perhaps someone else will say otherwise, but they look fine to me and because they’re youngsters they probably won’t moult this Year either.

 

[James22martin66]

I think they are just regular feathers, perhaps someone else will say otherwise, but they look fine to me and because they’re youngsters they probably won’t moult this Year either.

Thank you!