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Im currently re building outdoor part of coop from 1mx2m to 2m x 3.5m but area is known for foxes and rats. I have laid a layer of wire mesh on ground under earth would this be substantial or would I need more
 
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It depends on what type of wire you are using and how deeply you have buried it. Do not use chicken wire. It is very flimsy and can be ripped apart, chewed through and destroyed very easily. Hardware cloth only. These night time predators have a lot of time on their hands and will work at something til they get in.

Bury your wire deeply. Then reinforce the edges of rocks, bricks or something substantial. Things that know how to dig will do so.

You can always post a pic of your coop and area in our Coop and Run Construction forums for more help with your build.....https://www.backyardchickens.com/f/9/coop-run-design-construction-maintenance

Good luck with your build and if you have any further questions, feel free to ask. Welcome to our flock!
 
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X2 on Two Crows. You don't want to use chicken wire, as most predators can easily rip right through it. Small 1/2 inch mesh such as hardware cloth works much better. Instead of digging and burying the wire, you could also create a wire apron that extends outward about two feet. Since most predators start digging right at the base of the coop, they'll run into the wire and be forced to stop. That's what I've done for my coops.
 
Welcome to BYC. Glad you decided to join our flock. X2 on TwoCrow's post. Hardware cloth is the way to go as there are too many predators that can either tear through chicken wire or squeeze through the openings in the mesh. Please feel free to ask any other questions you may have. We are here to help in any way we can. Good luck in protecting your flock from predators.
 

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