corner crowding

[beakkeeper]

Could be that it's drafty in there...

 

[debilorrah]

Mine still do that - ON THE ROOST!

 

[Elly]

Our girls ( age 12 wks at that time) would roost on top of the laying boxes,even though there was a peak on top to make it difficult., so we started putting them on the roost in the evening once it got dark. After a few evenings they started to do it on their own. I find it funny how they all seem to have their own spot and don't settle down until they are all in it.

 

[shakecc]

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My (7) 12 week olds figured out how to roost about a week ago and now that huddle on one end of the roost continuously almost knocking each other off. They are funny creatures...

 

[Rustywreck]

Thanks for all of the replies.
It is somewhat reassuring to know that this behavior isn't unique to my hens.
I was concerned that they weren't happy with their new house, which has cost a lot of money and a good deal of the summer to finish.
I have seen signs that at least some of them are using the roost ladder, though I don't know if they are sleeping there.
I am glad to know at least that I don't have a dozen crazy chickens.

 

[Rhett&SarahsMom]

mine are 12weeks and, even though they do use the roosts. They still will occasionally gather in one corner.