I bought two sex links in February. One began laying about two weeks ago. The problem is in the last 7 days she has only laid one egg. Their run is 20x50. They don't have anywhere they can hide the eggs. Could something be wrong? Or is this normal when they first begin laying? They are only 18...
I thought I chose two silver spangled hamburg chicks, but upon closer inspection they have different comb types. One will have the rose comb and the other looks like it will be a single comb. Is there another breed that resembles the silver spangle hamburg that closely but has a single comb?
I have three bantam buff silkies. I want to keep a pair, so I am hoping you will help me confirm the one I think is a she is really a she.
Silkie 1
Silkie 2
Silkie 3- the one a suspect could be a girl
I should add, the silkies are approximately 7 weeks.
Now, I have two polish-approximately...
I believe this little bantam to be a Mille fleur D'Uccle. Am I correct? He/she is almost 4 weeks. Any ideas on what sex it might be? I am hoping pullet.
Hello, I'm new to BYC, even though I used to lurk all the time. I didn't have chickens for about 5 years, but decided to start a laying flock again. I love the advice and help that so many of you give here. I look forward to becoming a part of the community and thanks ahead of time for any help.
I haven't had chicks for nearly 5 years because of a move we made back then. I am wanting to build a small flock of hens again. The first two I picked up were being sold at TSC as pullets. I have no idea what breed these two are. Anyone? Also any ideas if these are for sure pullets? I know it's...