Do I use a heat lamp?

[snowflight1]

We just hatched 5 chicks using a broody hen. They are now in a brooder in the garage. Because the mother hen is there, do we need to use a red heat lamp? Keep in mind that it is dropping below freezing temperatures at night.

 

[imnukensc]

Good lord, no. A momma hen will keep those babies warm.

 

[Ridgerunner]

No. You do not need a heat lamp.

Read this, you will understand.

http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/947046/broody-in-michigan-winter

 

[snowflight1]

No. You do not need a heat lamp.

Read this, you will understand.

http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/947046/broody-in-michigan-winter

Thanks!