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Help we have checked for mites and lice none to be found we have upped her protein and I do know we have 1 too many roosters and we are trying to rehome one of the roosters so the ratio goes back to a better ratio for or hens. But what could be causing her to loose all her feathers..??? Her whole underbelly is bare as well she is almost 2. Name GiGi
 

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Has she stopped laying eggs? It looks like Gigi is most likely molting, based on all her pin feathers. This time of year most chickens over 1 year old start to go through a molt. Her comb and wattles will probably start to shrivel up here soon.

During molt chickens can get a bit crabby and uncomfortable. They will need more protein in their diet to help regrow nice new feathers. I give mine some scrambled eggs and tuna every other day because they tend to not want to eat a lot (spoiled). But you can also just get them a higher protein feed.

You may also want to check out the molting contest. If anything it’ll help you feel better about Gigi :)

https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...est-worst-chicken-molt-pictures-2025.1675964/
 

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