Rooster Losing Tail Feathers

[FloridaChick88]

I previously posted this to the wrong forum and I couldn't figure out how to delete it but I'm hoping for some advice.
I'm worried about my Rooster. Lately I've noticed that all of his beautiful, long tail feathers have started falling out. I know that they aren't being pulled out by my girls because I've actually seen a couple in the process of becoming "loose". He doesn't seem to be losing feathers anywhere else though. He is very healthy and active. He eats and drinks normally and there is any sign of parasites. What could possibly be causing this? Pretty soon he won't have any tail feathers left and even though I told him I love him even if he has a stumpy butt, he says he feels like he looks silly. He will be 1 year old on Halloween.
Thanks!

 

[Isaac 0]

He is more than likely molting.

 

[FloridaChick88]

Thanks guys! Im still pretty new to chickens and I was under the impression that they didn't molt during their first year. I guess I was wrong lol!

 

[Wyorp Rock]

HI @FloridaChick88

I agree with @MasterOfClucker it sounds like he is molting. If you want to post some photos we will be happy to take a look

 

[Isaac 0]

Thanks guys! Im still pretty new to chickens and I was under the impression that they didn't molt during their first year. I guess I was wrong lol!

It usually happens after there first year.But sometimes they will molt earlier.