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Yep, both chickens taken by the hawk were bantams. My only two bantams, first the rooster, then the hen. I will stay away from the smaller breeds moving forward. Thanks!

I agree! Thank you.

Thank you RedSox. I needed some affirmation. I feel they are healthy and happy free ranging, and truthfully that is all they currently know. Perhaps I need to get a guardian livestock dog to keep closer tabs on them. They do have plenty of hiding spots, and even access to the goat barn, where...

Even though I do have a run connected to my coop, I've been free-ranging my chickens and ducks since I got them last spring. Just last night I lost my 2nd chicken (I believe) to a hawk. Is this just a consequence of free-ranging... Should I pen them up in a run? My chickens love ranging about...