Why do chickens take dust bathes?

[KaylorFarms]

This may be a stupid question, but why do chickens take dust bathes?

 

[eggbert420]

To prevent parasites such as mites and lice from finding a home in their feathers and legs.

 

[cockrio]

chicken take dust bath to scrub oil,scarp,lice,mite and louse etc. To remind you it not a stupid but, great question.

 

[KaylorFarms]

chicken take dust bath to scrub oil,scarp,lice,mite and louse etc. To remind you it not a stupid but, great question.

Thanks!! My chickens would take dust bathes all day if given the chance!!

 

[cockrio]

you are welcome anytime anyday

 

[KaylorFarms]

Thanks so much!