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  1. H

    Duck and chicken lifespans?

    Hi guys, I was wandering a duck site and a thought came in to my head, Do ducks or chickens live longer? I know that a healthy heritage breed chicken can live up to 12 years at the Most, So I searched up some duck stuff and different sites said different things, Like 5-10 Or 10-15 so I decided...
  2. Peggy O

    Anyone know how old these guys (gals) are?

    Clearance at Countrymax got me. Haha $1 each. They were big then, and I'm guessing maybe 6 weeks old now? 5? But I really don't know. It's been 4 years since I had kitchen chickens (babies). Hoping to get 'em outta the kitchen asap. Any ideas? Cinnamon something or another (type of red sex...
  3. Wafflekinz

    Gender of 6 week old Wyandottes?

    My husband and I recently got our first chickens together! I had a rooster as a child and have worked on a farm caring for chickens (including chicks) in the past. However, I've never had to sex them before! My husband grew up in the city and had never seen a chicken up close. We wanted to buy...
  4. Mrs Ugh

    What breed?

    My friend saw this at a local shelter. Any guesses on breed? They say it is a hen... Is there a way to age a chicken?
  5. ChickenGirl555

    When do Polish chicks feather out? And what is the age of this Polish chick?

    I just got 4 polish chicks, but they were already 1-2 weeks old when I picked them up. I’m eager to get them outside but the Wisconsin Winter is still here and doesn’t seem like it’s ever going away. So I’m wondering how long it takes POLISH chicks to feather out. This is not my first batch of...
  6. Keeperoflock

    Switching Foods

    I have heard about something called "finishing food" when switching from chick starter grower to layer. What exactly is "finishing food"? When do I switch to layer food? My chicks are 5 weeks old now and I need to buy more food. They probably have enough for a week.
  7. Keeperoflock

    Chicken Grit Change

    At what point and time do I switch from chick grit to the regular size grit?
  8. G

    Duckling age?

    I got these two mallard ducklings three days ago from a feed store. They are VERY vocal when they’re happy (warm, snack etc). But I was wondering how old they are? Can someone estimate? This is my first time owning any kind of bird!
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  9. C

    Average chicken age ?

    hi Wondering what the average age for a chicken was ?
  10. Keeperoflock

    Baby Chicks and Pecking Order Establishing

    About when do chicks start establishing their pecking order? Do I intervene during major squabbles or let them duke it out? Is it a sign that I need to offer more space? Will that help?
  11. H

    Will younger hens take over older hens?

    Hello everyone, I have some chicks that are 10 weeks old and others that are 16 weeks old. I also have 3 hens that have ruled over the chicks for since the chicks were born. I was just wondering if the chicks will start fighting the hens when they grow up? Or will they just stay lower in the...
  12. 1stChicken919

    Any Ideas On The Sex and Breed?

    Maybe even the age?
  13. Hens Passing Away Due to Old Age: What to Expect

    Hens Passing Away Due to Old Age: What to Expect

    In memory of Henry. So, you’ve done everything right. You’ve maintained your flock well; they’re healthy, fat, and happy old women. You should certainly give yourself a pat on the back... you’ve done a good job caring for your chickens. It’s been somewhere between five and ten years since...
  14. CapricornFarm

    It hurts!

    Hello BYC folk! For whatever reason, lots of us have to suffer with chronic or acute pain. So this thread is for those folks to discuss, complain, vent, brainstorm or otherwise try to deal with it. Usual rules apply, be nice and helpful so we can keep up the discussion. You can also discuss...
  15. Soleil_A

    what breed is lorretta?

    yeah happy new year guys! i have just been curious on what breed lorretta is. i rescued her from a auction so i know nothing about her. also how old do you think she is? thanks!
  16. W

    Lost a hen that was just fine two days ago...

    One of the hens we inherited when we bought our home died in the night. The whole flock was said to be about ten years old when we moved in and took over care of them. This hen was doing great just two days ago with no signs of trouble at all. Yesterday she was found laying in the corner of the...
  17. chickenreyna

    from wat I've estimated theres just a 18 day difference betweem these chicks does that seem rightlo

    By judging by the appearance of their growth. And yes, almost positive all are bantam cochins..purchased all from same tss store from bantam assortment bin. But, the two bigger ones from tss store on the 26th of November and the smaller ones on December 9th! The bigger ones look massive plus...
  18. Star and eclipsa

    Chicken laying

    When do chickens start laying eggs?
  19. Sam Pritchard

    Muscovy? Female or Male?

    I finally picked up my loner duck a friend. The lady told me it was a female Muscovy but I could tell she was in a rush and maybe just said that because that's what sex I wanted. When I got home I realized how HUGE I mean almost double my ducks size she was. I'm new to muscovys so I wasn't sure...
  20. Jayecookie

    How old are these chic

    I got some baby chicks at my local feed store (Grifs) and they said when I bought them they were 3 days old I also got 4 more from my pet chicken and when they were three they didn’t look as developed (especially in the wing growth) as these did as three days old. So what age do you guys think...
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