Hi byc

[evardson89]

hi everyone. I look forward to learning valuable tips etc. just had a big surprise in my flock and I'm not prepared at all!

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC. Hope the surprise was a good one.

 

[TheKindaFarmGal]

Welcome to BYC! Head on over to the learning center for lots of great tips.

https://www.backyardchickens.com/atype/1/Learning_Center

What was the big surprise?

 

[Peep-Chicken]

 

[evardson89]

Thankyou all! My surprise was that Mrs Hen turned into Mr Cock and I've got a broody girl currently sitting on a nest, she's in the main coop so I will be moving her and the eggs tonight

 

[sourland]

Figured it had to do with 'flock expansion'.

 

[Chicken Girl1]

Hello

and Welcome to BYC!
Please make yourself at home! How lucky! I haven't had a broody in 3 years

, if you have any questions feel free to ask!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!

 

[drumstick diva]

ooh I just hate when hens pull that switcheroo - hope you will update when the chicks hatch.

 

[evardson89]

I've had to move her and the eggs this evening under advice. She was in the main coop which is 2 ft high and shared with the others. She payed straight back onto them but when I secured her new house, I heard her moving around, I suppose I will just have to leave it up to nature tonight and see how she copes