Hei, I am new to this forum and still unsure where and how to post. I live in southern Norway and the lowest temperatures will be around 5 degree Fahrenheit.
So I assume I will need some heating?
The easiest way would be to get some heating mats from the DIY store. Underfloor heating is popular and the kits are cheap with plug and play thermostat and overheating protection. But, is this a good idea?
I have tried to remember biology classes and think that some birds, at least waterfowl and seabirds have advanced temperature regulation in their feet.
Second problem would be the temperature at the bottom, with droppings and waste.
My house came with an abandoned coop for smaller birds, not practical for myself, do not want to crawl on my knees while cleaning. The plan is now to build some L shaped structure with enough height in the new section.
Some storage space and work area on one side. I want to extend the roof on one side to have a smaller run with roof before the birds then can go out to the main run or even roam free.
All this started with an escaped rooster from the neighborhood, he simply picked us as a foster home. I will eat eggs and meat, but because of my children this guy is now family.
Thanks for the warm welcome
Peter
So I assume I will need some heating?
The easiest way would be to get some heating mats from the DIY store. Underfloor heating is popular and the kits are cheap with plug and play thermostat and overheating protection. But, is this a good idea?
I have tried to remember biology classes and think that some birds, at least waterfowl and seabirds have advanced temperature regulation in their feet.
Second problem would be the temperature at the bottom, with droppings and waste.
My house came with an abandoned coop for smaller birds, not practical for myself, do not want to crawl on my knees while cleaning. The plan is now to build some L shaped structure with enough height in the new section.
Some storage space and work area on one side. I want to extend the roof on one side to have a smaller run with roof before the birds then can go out to the main run or even roam free.
All this started with an escaped rooster from the neighborhood, he simply picked us as a foster home. I will eat eggs and meat, but because of my children this guy is now family.
Thanks for the warm welcome
Peter