Hen on hen aggression

[Winter Creek]

Hi all
New here, and have a question about my girls. 2 of the 6 have started beating up one of the others, and generally creating chaos in the group. All are just about 6 months. 2 have been laying. Any advice?

 

[Pork Pie]

Hello and welcome to BYC. From my observations, pullets just about to begin to lay seem to act "out of character " in a manner that is not discernible to humans. It seems this behaviour illcits pecking from others. This could be a possible reason. This link may also be interesting - http://www.backyardchickens.com/a/how-much-room-do-chickens-need

You will get additional advice if you ask on this forum - https://www.backyardchickens.com/forums/managing-your-flock.2/

 

[Kiki]

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[N F C]

Can you give us the dimensions of your coop and run? If chickens feel over-crowded, they will act up.

 

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[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. They are maturing and are very likely hormonal. Eventually things will even out. Monitor closely to assure that the bullying does not become excessive.

 

[007Sean]

Howdy

 

[Teila]

 

[sunflour]

so glad you have joined us.

I agree with @sourland , watch and intervene only if the bullying is excessive. Make sure all have access to food and water, consider duplicating these in different areas.

Assuming it's the layers bullying the non-layers? and if yes, then this should settle some as the others mature.

 

[Winter Creek]

Hi all
New here, and have a question about my girls. 2 of the 6 have started beating up one of the others, and generally creating chaos in the group. All are just about 6 months. 2 have been laying. Any advice?

so glad you have joined us.

I agree with @sourland , watch and intervene only if the bullying is excessive. Make sure all have access to food and water, consider duplicating these in different areas.

Assuming it's the layers bullying the non-layers? and if yes, then this should settle some as the others mature.[/QF