Split beak

[super silkie]

One of my silkie hens has a split beak and I would like to know If I can or should do something about it

 

[drumstick diva]

could you post a picture? Is it a major split or just hairline? Did it just happen now, or has she always had it.

 

[TwoCrows]

Yes, post a pic here so we can have a look at it. Beaks grow. And if this is NOT a genetic issue or deformity, where they beak would want to grow in the split fashion, then the split will grow out. If this bird was hatched this way, it will most likely always be split.

Good luck with your babies and enjoy BYC!

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! Hope your silkie is OK.

 

[roostersandhens]

 

[JDchicks]

I would go ahead and post a pic here, several members above may be able to help.

You can also post over in the emergencies, diseases & injuries...
https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/10/emergencies-diseases-injuries-and-cures

Hope your silkie will be okay.

 

[super silkie]

 

[super silkie]

I don't really know how long but she did not have it all her life I just saw it yesterday

 

[TwoCrows]

I don't really know how long but she did not have it all her life I just saw it yesterday

The split doesn't look all that bad. And it doesn't look like it would effect her eating. You might find an avian vet near by you and see if maybe the beak can be trimmed down. I wouldn't do it yourself as beaks have blood and sensory feeling to them and you can cause her pain if you don't trim it right. But if you can't find a vet, unless it gets worse, I don't think it is a problem. If she is eating and drinking well, I would leave it alone. Good luck with her, she is a cutey pie!

 

[gander007]

Alright

great to have you joining the BYC flock

This chicken ran into a fence and broke her beak but has
lived for a year from that time and eats' on her own

gander007