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That's why you go for the most you can house originally. It's hard to add to an existing flock and especially a single bird. Once a flock is established, they consider outsiders a threat to the health and security of the flock.

I thought it looked pretty big. I'd go for three. All you need is a secure coop and run. I was just saying that one doesn't know what is afoot at night.

OK, just consider yourself forewarned. I've heard the story so many times - "we don't predators". Then the next post is, "help, a ******* got my chicken. https://www.backyardchickens.com/t/261440/the-worst-predator...

As for coop/run space, a lot has to do with the breeds. As for predators, they're everywhere. There are a 100 times more raccoons per square mile in cities than there are in the wilderness. What keeps feral dogs and cats at bay around your house? I've had 6 major dog attacks from neighbor and...

That's why one doesn't get advice about chickens from pet or feed store employees. They know where the feed is in the store but most know little else. You can't keep them from eating each other's feed. Just don't use layer if you have birds not actively building egg shells. Chickens really...