The first of the young hens started laying. It was two weeks early so was happy for her to start. There were two eggs in two days then she took a few days off before then next. Seemed normal enough to someone who is new to chickens. Now it’s been a week with no eggs at all. Is this unusual? The...
One of the EEs laid the first egg. It’s small but a very cool blue/olive color.
So now there is a debate on how long can the egg is good when in the nesting box in 90+ degrees. The egg wasn’t there this morning but it’s been very hot. The wife is a way more cautious eater and isn’t sure how...
I am designing while starting to build my first coop for 5-7 coturnix and looking for your input. Its 8’ x 3’ that includes an enclosed 3’x3’ box. It will have legs. The back and box is wood and one side and the front will be wire mesh. I have three doors so I can easily reach every part of it...
Checking in to say hi. I’ve been checking out the site while building a coop for quail. Anxious to get started and am looking forward to learning from everyone.