Dharma chick Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 I have two chickens who have a patch of what looks like greasy fluffy feathers. Its own their backs, starting at the tail and about a third up their backs. I have a had look and can not see any mites or lice. I have looked in my books and i can not see anything like this. They are well, laying eggs and up to all sorts of mischief! Does anyone have any ideas of what this could be, i would be very grateful for any advice. Thankyou Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
staceychristie Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 Possibly an excessive amount of the oil they use to preen themselves? The gland that dispenses it is under the tail feathers on their back. It's a strange one. Sure they've not been under any bushes or machinery? Stacey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
