Covering coop windows

[mjamell]

We just finished our coop. It has vinyl siding and the windows are about 6 ft off the ground. My husband thinks we don't need to use wire over the windows because he doesn't think anything can climb the siding. I need to know what all of you think. Also, my chicks and ducks are 6 weeks old. Do I need to leave any windows open at night for ventilation? It's in the 50s at night right now.

 

[Weehopper]

Everything can climb the siding. Cover the Windows. Don't leave them open for ventilation until they are protected by hardware cloth or some other kind of wire (not chicken wire).

 

[ChickenMammX4]

I agree with Weehopper^^^ never underestimate a hungry predator. Raccoons, weasels, rats, mink will easily get in an open window. Cover with 1/2" hardware cloth. Don't just staple it in place, use fender washers and screws.