Hyliangamer
In the Brooder
- May 19, 2022
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I am starting a new flock and have juvenile birds between 7-8 weeks old. They transitioned to their adult coop and have started spending some time outside with netting being used for protection. I live in a rural area with the potential for predators and have seen hawks flying at times. My neighbor has a flock of ducks that she free ranges in her yard but has dogs that are also outside, which she states are a deterrent. Of the birds that I have, one is a cockerel.
I am concerned about increased predation as there is no adult rooster to offer any level of protection. I have seen listings on craigslist for adult roosters in my area but I am unsure if one could be safely added to my flock as they are so young. Would an adult rooster be accepting of juvenile birds that are not sexually mature? I currently have 12 hens, 1 cockerel, and 2 white broad breasted turkeys. I am not opposed to adding a few mature hens if necessary.
I am concerned about increased predation as there is no adult rooster to offer any level of protection. I have seen listings on craigslist for adult roosters in my area but I am unsure if one could be safely added to my flock as they are so young. Would an adult rooster be accepting of juvenile birds that are not sexually mature? I currently have 12 hens, 1 cockerel, and 2 white broad breasted turkeys. I am not opposed to adding a few mature hens if necessary.