I have a 2 year old buff orpington hen who has developed these growths on her face. This photo was taken 3 days ago and the growths are twice as big today. This is the 2nd chicken this month to develop this however the other chicken's growths went away in about 2 weeks and was not such a bad case. I am puzzled, is this avian pox or a parasite or something else?I would also appreciate suggestions for treatment/prevention. Also i should add that i have had not added new chickens into my flock in years. SHe is eating and drinking but doesnt look bright and vigourous.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/36886698@N05/6338050720/in/photostream
(wish i could figure out why using the img tag isnt working)
http://www.flickr.com/photos/36886698@N05/6338050720/in/photostream
(wish i could figure out why using the img tag isnt working)