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I would definitely play by ear because the ratio is pushing it. As long as they are not fighting and the hens are not being excessively mated, seem stressed, or are missing feathers I don't see a problem with it. Some people are very strict on the 10 hens to rooster ratio but in my opinion it's...

Depends on how many hens you have. 8-10 hens per rooster is a good ratio but if you have a very well mannered rooster you might be able to get away with 6-7. You just need to read the flock dynamic and pay attention if the hens are happy. I've had a flock of I believe 14 hens and two roosters...