Olive Egger with strange lump in throat

[Hlv1915]

We have an olive egger and she has always had a long neck and has been a mouth breather. We thought nothing of it until two days ago we noticed a wiggly lump under her beak/on her throat. What do you think this could be? We unfortunately can’t catch her or I would examine closer but I’ve attached some photos if anyone can help out!

 

[SilverBirds]

I don't see anything on her throat except her beard, which is supposed to be there. Is that what you are concerned about or is it something else? If you are worried something may be wrong, you can catch her on the roost later tonight and examine her over.

 

[The Coop Crew]

Hmmm it just looks like her beard to me but it could hidden under all that hair and I’m just missing it. Have you been able to feel it?

 

[HorseGirlAbby]

If it's the puff of feathers, that's just her beard.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

We have an olive egger and she has always had a long neck and has been a mouth breather. We thought nothing of it until two days ago we noticed a wiggly lump under her beak/on her throat. What do you think this could be? We unfortunately can’t catch her or I would examine closer but I’ve attached some photos if anyone can help out!

Welcome To BYC

I would wait until she's roosting, then go out and grab her from the roost.
Swaddle her in a towel or cloth to capture her wings so she can't flap around. Get a good look inside the beak for any lesions or canker. Feel of the lump to see what it feels like. It may just be her feathers, but it's always best to check something out thoroughly to alleviate any concerns.