Anyone want to guess on my birds? They're about 6 weeks old. Two are RIR from a reputable breeder - both supposed to be pullets. I don' think that's the case. The other four I got locally and was told are Americaunas/EE.
Thanks for the advice. The temp had dropped to 81, so I put their brooder light in and the babies are all happily eating and drinking instead of huddled in a pile. I guess they need a little more time to feather out.
One has discovered the roost and is happily presiding over her little...
My chicks, 2 RIR, and 4 EE, are about 3 weeks old. I moved them to their coop today. The thermostat is currently reading 88 degrees at 10:30 p.m.. The overnight low is close to 70. Should I hook up a heat lamp just in case, or do you think they'll be okay for the night? I'm afraid that...