Greetings from Tucson, AZ

[chukutgal]

Was hoping for advice for my 4 silly girls who roost in the open at night when it is cold or raining (like now) rather than going under shelter. There is lots of shelter provided yet they seem to want to roost in the open. We had a mountain lion attempt to get them by shredding the heavy wire we provided so he/she was unsuccessful but had the girls been in their nesting area, they would have been less exposed. Do we need to put a frame and cover around their roosts? Any advice is appreciated.

 

[Nomadicus]

Hello and Welcome to BYC. Thanks for joining this fun and poultry loving community. I have no silkies but we have several on here that do can best help you.

 

[CurlyChickenGirly]

Welcome to BYC! I don’t think I have any advice but hope someone does!

 

[OrpingtonManiac]

Welcome!

 

[EmmaDonovan]

Hi, neighbor! What kind of roosts? Are they high up?

You can also join us in the Arizona thread and try asking there.

 

[sourland]

Hello, and welcome to BYC. Can you post a picture of your setup?

 

[DobieLover]

Hello and welcome to BYC! Glad you joined.

Can you post a picture of your setup?

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If you are dealing with mountain lions, I suggest you get the flock confined behind several strands of hot wires.

 

[chukutgal]

We were thinking of that or barb wire. We bought the very tight fencing so, although it was shredded, it did not break through. Husband put another layer where it was compromised and installed a remote light to, hopefully, dissuade intruders. I will TRY to post a pic tomorrow. Company coming tonight so might be a bit iffy with the influx. Wondering if we need to put a roof over the whole coop. Then they will get their light from the sides only.

 

[N F C]

Hello, glad to have you here. It will be easier to make suggestions once we see your set up. Hope you can share pictures tomorrow.

 

[chrissynemetz]

Hello, and a belated welcome! Good luck with your flock.