This roo and hen came from the same clutch. They are 10 months old.
There are 5 other hens.
Recently, about 2 months ago, we had to take in 2 young hens from our brother, since he was losing his home. So, to be honest, it is too crowded in there. They haven't really been showing signs of an...
Today I noticed that my rooster has singled out one of the hens and he is attacking her. He's not doing his regular "duty"; I know what that looks like. He is chasing her down and biting her head and kicking.
I let her out to graze without the roo. She looks healthy, and I don't see any injuries...
Hi!
We rescued these 2 chickens from a friend of ours that had to move away. We are not sure what age they are, perhaps 4/5months? And we are unsure of the breeds. He promised us they were both hens, but I have my doubts--mostly because I don't know the age, and I've only raised Orpingtons. The...