A few days ago, i lifted the nest box to find a 5' to 6' snake coiled up in one of my nest boxes and it had just supped on one of the eggs. Thinking it was a water moccasin (we have lots of those here!), I had my husband deal with it. I should have known that something was up since 3 of my chickens were in the coop (I leave the front door open while they're free ranging) talking up a storm.
Now, they won't lay in either of the boxes and have found a new spot outside under the barbecue! Other than adding my fake eggs back to the nest box - any ideas on how to deal with this? Thanks!
Gail
Now, they won't lay in either of the boxes and have found a new spot outside under the barbecue! Other than adding my fake eggs back to the nest box - any ideas on how to deal with this? Thanks!
Gail