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How high for the perch?

Discussion in 'Coop & Run - Design, Construction, & Maintenance' started by blueberrychickens, Jun 21, 2010.

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  1. Jun 21, 2010 #1
    blueberrychickens

    blueberrychickens Songster

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    How high should we put the roosting perch? Would they rather have a perch that looks out the window or would they rather be up higher, more closer to the ceiling?
     
  2. Jun 21, 2010 #2
    ozark hen

    ozark hen Living My Dream

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    Some chickens prefer up high and others lower. Our roosts are @ three different levels in our coop. Hope that helps?
     
  3. Jun 21, 2010 #3
    Tuka

    Tuka Hatching

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    I have 2 levels one about 10 inches up, and the other about 2.5 feet up, They are both in front of a window, they love looking out the window. I would try to do two levels, if they could have window view that is awesome.

    Good Luck

    Tuka
     
  4. Jun 21, 2010 #4
    hughmac312

    hughmac312 In the Brooder

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    like the lady said, multiple heights in the coop, i believe this also is determined by
    peck order...
    also i've cut some saplings/trees, about 3 in in diameter, and will make my roosts out
    of these... i'm hoping it will simulate a more natural setting for them.

    Hugh
     

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