I let my chickens (1 yr) out today with the little ones (6 weeks) because it was so nice out. I had the medicated chick feed in the garage in case the little ones wanted it (they are housed seperatly for now till the little ones can eat pellets). When I went out later I found the older birds...
He/she is about 6 weeks I think? I picked out of 3 when they were about 3 weeks? and this one had the lightest colored comb area but now it's looking awfully red, I'm thinking it might be a roo.
So, yesterday I lost 4 out of 5 chickens. I don't know what got them but I'm thinking a fox or coyote (feathers everywhere, no bodies). The one that is left seems to be depressed. I'm going to order more chicks but they won't come till mid July at the local feed store. Should I try to find...