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Dactylariosis
Ochroconiasis
Dactylariosis is a fatal encephalitis caused by Dactylaria gallopava. D. gallopava is a type of fungus that grows in old saw-dust and wood shavings. Infection with D. gallopava causes damage to the chicken's central nervous system, resulting in the onset of different neurological signs, such as incoordination, torticollis, tremors, and sternal recumbency. Signs may appear very similar to those caused by aspergillosis.
Isolate the bird from the flock and place in a safe, comfortable, warm location (your own chicken "intensive care unit") with easy access to water and food. Limit stress. Call your veterinarian.
