06/12/2026
🐔Farm Fact: Chickens don’t have sweat glands. Instead, chickens rely on their combs and wattles to regulate body temperature during the summer months. Because the comb is an external appendage, it remains cooler than the rest of the bird’s body. As blood circulates through the comb, it cools before returning to the core, helping the chicken maintain a stable internal temperature.
While their combs do a lot of the heavy lifting, your flock still needs a hand when the temperature spikes. If you see your chickens panting or holding their wings away from their bodies, their built-in AC is working overtime.
Make sure they have access to plenty of deep shade and fresh water. Head to your local IFA Country Store to stock up on poultry electrolytes and waterers to keep your girls happy and healthy all summer long!
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📷: Lynn B.