Somehow I missed this one, Bob. I have no helpful suggestions as my flock is generally very calm but I have worked very hard to ensure most of my hens are calm, docile sorts. I don't like bullies & have not replaced any breeds showing such tendencies.
It’s happened to us all. Whether by accident or design we find ourselves with one ~ or perhaps a whole flock, of flighty chickens. These are the nightmare birds for the backyard keeper. For the definition of this article I am including birds that spook easily. A frightened bird will fly, badly...
Thanks, Bob. Excellent summary. I actually wish people wouldn't call it the egg song as it really isn't. In my all hen flock my Beta does escort duty & some of my girls are rowdier than others. One or 2 never call for an escort & sometimes we have *group hugs* where a gaggle will go all together.
Not yet. I'm a little short on time just now. We are moving my middle son out of his house & preparing to build me a new coop. I will let you know when I get around to it. :)