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Thanks! The coop has two vents at the top and a window. I have a heat lamp in there since our night time temps are running in the low 40's. I've been turning on the lamp at dusk. Should I turn it off or were you referring to more of a night light?

My DH built a beautiful coop and run for our chickens. Why do they choose to sleep at the top of the ramp, all huddled together (and outside) rather than in their cozy accommodations? Our Queen sits at the very top roost and seems to sort of watch over the others. She is a RIR. Our flock is...