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Old Rooster developing a fluffy butt

Discussion in 'Pictures & Stories of My Chickens' started by NebraskaHick, Jun 21, 2016.

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  1. Jun 21, 2016 #1
    NebraskaHick

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    Newbie here, but raised with chickens.
    My Rhode Island Red rooster is developing fluffy feathers at the base of his tail. He is 5 years old. In this picture the inset was taken about a year ago. Recently I noticed the fluff at the base of the tail. We had a hen that died a year ago, and he has been by himself since then. He follows us around like a puppy.
    Any ideas what would cause this? I think it spoils his regal look!

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  3. Jun 22, 2016 #2
    QueenMisha

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    Could be a little bit of feather loss, but I'm surprised he's only just developing it now. Most of my cockerels and cocks have had this parting of feathers their entire adult lives.
     

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