I recently got a new flock of chickens. 3 RIRs, a silver laced, and a jersey giant. Two of the RIRS were roosters. We named them Big D and B (we thought they might be hens as babies). Big D took on the alpha role and B was cool with that. Recently, Big D was attacked by a raccoon. His...
Hi all. I was outside playing with my chickens earlier today and noticed that a couple seem to have runny stools.
They're not acting sick or even like it's bothering them; however, it concerns me. What exactly should I do? Any and ago suggestions are welcome. Thanks.
I've been looking at purchasing more chickens as three of mine are roosters and I have come across several different breeds. I, of course, know the Rhode Island Reds; however, I recently viewed a post for frizzles, silkies and sizzles. I know what each type looks like; however, I would like to...
Thanks for the response. While that is a little disheartening, I'm glad to know. I guess I'll be rehoming two and keep one. I really didn't want to separate them as they've grown up together and I've grown very fond of them. Now to find some hems. Lol.
The black one looks like my black copper maran hen. I may be wrong though. However, the green tint to the feathers looks almost identical to my Sophie. I did notice though that there are no feathers on her feet which may mean I'm wrong.
Sophie, my maran hen, is totally black with a slight...
I have four black copper marans and I'm sure that one of them is a hen; however, I'm questioning the other three. They are approximately four to five months old and at least one of them has let out a full crow. The other two have belted out; however, they were not full crows.
I've read that...