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The scales are actually the skin on its legs, this should be tough but not too dry.
Sometimes if the scales are very noticeable this is because a small mite has gone under the scale and caused the scale to thicken and appear to lift. This is very common, especially if the birds are free range and they can get infested from wild birds.
Scaly-Leg mites (Knemidocoptes mutans) are not life threatening but they can be irritating to the birds and make the legs look unsightly. If you oil the legs of your chickens regularly this will suffocate the mites.
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Do penguins have scaly legs?
Yes they do.
Why do roosters have spurs?
Roosters with spurs are a throw back to the ancient breeds of chickens that had to defend themselves in the wild. The spurs are a defense mechanism that they can use to fend off predators.
What is a sentence with scaly?
The snakes skin was VERY scaly.
Are roosters vertabrates?
Yes, roosters have a spine. They are vertebrates.
When was Scaly-breasted Thrasher created?
Scaly-breasted Thrasher was created in 1766.
Do hens have pimples on there legs like the roosters do?
Hens' legs are scaly and of a light colour. Sometimes dirt gets in between the scales. The scales are quite hard, and they overlap like the tiles on a roof.
Do penguins have scaly legs?
Yes they do.
What is a scaly reptile with four legs?
LIZARD
What could be causing the scaly buildup and pitting on bathroom fixtures?
Hard water deposits are generally to blame.
Which group include animals with four legs and a dry scaly skin?
Reptiles
How Cancer affects the body?
skin cancer affects the body because it causes a buildup and overgrowth of skin cells. When the skin cells buildup, they will create a tumor which shows symptoms of red bumps, scaly patches of skin and irregular spots.
What do you call the spike on a roosters legs?
The spike on a roosters leg is called a spur. they can get sharp so when they get to big you need to file them. for instructions see http://www.fowlvisions.com/?p=39
How to get rid of scaly dry legs?
rub olive oil on them ten minutes befor entering the shower....wash your legs gently and pat water off with towel and your legs will be perfect!
How Skin cancer affects the body?
skin cancer affects the body because it causes a buildup and overgrowth of skin cells. When the skin cells buildup, they will create a tumor which shows symptoms of red bumps, scaly patches of skin and irregular spots.
What is phylum aves?
Phylum Aves refers to the taxonomic group that includes all birds. Birds are characterized by features such as feathers, beaks, laying eggs, and having wings for flight, although flightless birds like ostriches also belong to this group.
Why do roosters have spurs?
Roosters with spurs are a throw back to the ancient breeds of chickens that had to defend themselves in the wild. The spurs are a defense mechanism that they can use to fend off predators.
Do roosters live in groups?
No, roosters tend to not like having other roosters around
