Help!!

[MiniRooster]

I’m having a problem with my rooster. A few weeks ago I noticed my rooster’s beak was not as shiny as normal(healthy), but I didn’t put too much mind on it. Until now, his beak seems to be getting dry and shrinking. I don’t know exactly how to describe it, I will attach a picture of the beak. If someone can tell me what kind of infection or fungus it is and how to treat it, that would be great! There is no pus or fluid coming out of the beak, his beak it’s just not normal, but he is eating and drinking normally.

 

[RadEggs]

That is one of the strangest things I have ever seen. Hopefully someone can help, but I'm just stumped. How is that even happening?!?!?

 

[Logar]

Wow he is a gorgeous rooster! I hope it is nothing serious and he gets better soon!

 

[LTAY1946]

Hello and Welcome to BYC. Glad to have you here in this poultry loving community. I don't know why the change in beak color but I have a question for you. How old is the rooster? How old was he when it started changing? I'm wondering if it is age related.

 

[Burnt Brass Homestead]

Hi @MiniRooster

I am sure someone will be able to assist you.

Welcome!

 

[BigBlueHen53]

Let's call some of the Educators and see if any can help.
@Ridgerunner
@Shadrach
@coach723
@azygous

Have any of you ever seen anything like this?

 

[StinkyAcres]

I'm thinking he may have broken his beak at some point and it is healing or has healed.

 

[azygous]

Just a guess. Perhaps face mites have infested his beak. I'd try treating him with pour-on Ivermectin.

 

[MiniRooster]

Hello and Welcome to BYC. Glad to have you here in this poultry loving community. I don't know why the change in beak color but I have a question for you. How old is the rooster? How old was he when it started changing? I'm wondering if it is age related.

He is 15 months old, started one month ago

 

[MiniRooster]

I'm thinking he may have broken his beak at some point and it is healing or has healed.

No signs of cracking before