Bard saves my hen!- EVERYONE NEEDS a barred rock rooster!

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If you zoom in, you can see her comb all curled up

Poor girl! Are they golden-laced wyandottes? I have one- she's a hot mess.

 

[My Very First 6 Chickens]

Poor girl! Are they golden-laced wyandottes? I have one- she's a hot mess.

Yes! All 5. I have no comparison. They are harmonious and thriving (today)! Lol

 

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Yes! All 5. I have no comparison. They are harmonious and thriving (today)! Lol

They are a great breed! My Hayley is going on 7 years and laying 4 times a week! She's got such a spunky personality but is also very sweet.

 

[triciayoung]

So, yesterday morning, I let my 10 hens and 1 barred rock rooster out to free range while I read so I can watch them. I have done this many times with no problems. While I was reading and feeding them treats, I noticed one of my hens was starting to wander a bit, but this is usually no issue. Then, as quick as a flash I hear a wooshing sound and my rooster flew 10 feet away and started fighting with something. I moved closer to get a better view and he was fighting a HUGE hawk trying to grab my hen. The hawk kept trying to attack him from above, but Bard returned each attack with slashing and clawing. Then, Bard jumped at the hawk, and I thought he had killed it. Luckily, the hawk got up, ruffled his feathers, and flew off. Also FYI, I was trying to get involved in the fight but It was hard to do as I was trying to put the other chickens in the coop, get the hen to safety, I didn't want to get hurt, I didn't want Bard to get hurt, and I didn't want any of the hens to get hurt. Oh and I forgot to mention that not only is Bard THE BEST at protecting the girls, but he is very sweet and cuddily. I HIGHLY recommend getting a barred rock rooster. (Hopefully the hawks ok, they are pretty tough, right???)

Good rooster, Bard.

 

[My Very First 6 Chickens]

Good rooster, Bard.

Wow! Thats really crazy! We have hawks and you read just like me, sittin' there while my flock clucks around near me. I would hit the roof if i seen a hawk come down on my girls. Usually we all see the hawk B4 it gets any funny ideas. I yell at the hawks as they fly over head. Needless to say, when i use a very voice, they all take cover. Love your story

 

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Here's and updated photo of Bard this morning! And his sister Zaria!

 

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- Zaria

 

[RoyalChick]

Here's and updated photo of Bard this morning! And his sister Zaria!View attachment 3344215

What a splendid looking fella he is! I hope all the hawks in your area remember to avoid him and his ladies.

 

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What a splendid looking fella he is! I hope all the hawks in your area remember to avoid him and his ladies.

I'm sure they will! Or else he will show them!

 

[Chicken Heel]

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I'm sure they will! Or else he will show them.

I would recommend not letting your birds free range for a couple of weeks. The hawk may move along.