Do they still need a Heat Lamp

[alyssabelladawson]

I'm jumping in on this thread instead of beginning a new one. Our 6 chicks are 1 month/4.5 weeks, nicely feathered. They have been in the garage, temp 50-60 with MHP but no one used it. Some sat on top, I think to be at the highest point but usually remained 2' away by the food and water.
I moved a large cage into a coop with nine 10 month olds. It is supposed to be mid 50s (53-55) tonight. Do they "need" a heat source? Instead of a MHP, maybe extra straw? or a box sideways with straw? Thanks
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What kind is the reddish brown chick?

 

[C Siena]

What kind is the reddish brown chick?

There are two Cinnamon Queens of the 6 pullets. Also, 2 BR, 1 SGem & supposedly a Blk Star.