Hatch day for chicks is day 21. I would wait til day 23 before disposing any eggs. Some hatch early, some hatch late, and some hatch on time. Just be patient. If there was movement on day 18 they are probably fine.
As far as I know, chickens are very social. I think he might need some buddies. I would definitely call the people you got them from and either have them refund your money or send you new babies. Sorry for your loss.
Chickens will eat just about anything! The more you give them the more they will love you! You need to make sure and watch out for salt though. I once read that salt is very bad for chickens. I give mine watermelon, cantaloupe, scrambled eggs, produce, supper leftovers.
You need to find someone who won't mind his crowing at night. That's what I did with my roos that crowed at night. I have never put my chickens in a box like that. I have had to separate my girls before for fighting. But, I used a cage that gave them plenty of room to move as a time out and I...
I have to say that Americaunas are my absolute favorite chicken! Since they are not very aggressive chickens it would be hard for me to pick which one to keep. I usually watch how they interact with the girls. I also look at which one shows the best features( best true americauna features). I...
I use wood ashes and never have a problem. The wood ashes are good for keeping lice away. Also, my girls love wood ashes because it is alot finer than dirt.