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Same here! I've had 4 hens purchased from a local farm who are absolutely terrified of me and everything else. I've had a Treadle feeder for 6 months now and they're still terrified of it whenever one of them steps on it and the lid opens. I recently hand raised 14 chicks who have no fear of me...

You may also want to speak to them when you try to pick them up in a very gentle tone so that they get used to your voice. Have them associate your voice with treats. You'll be surprised how well they respond to your voice when they get used to it.