How long do chicks sleep

[Maryke]

Hi. I'm a first time chicken owner, so this site has been very helpful. I have 4 week old chicks and have been keeping them in a light proof enclosure in the house since it just started raining and I worry that they will be too cold in their coop. In an effort to check on them without disturbing them, I put a little webcam inside their enclosure (I sound crazy, I know). I've noticed that they only sleep for about 5 minutes at a time before getting up and shifting around. Is this normal or are they uncomfortable/being disturbed in some way? There is no noise or light.

 

[oldhenlikesdogs]

That sounds pretty normal. Some folks say that light from a heat lamp disturbs their sleep, but in my experiences chicks are like every other young animal in that they sleep often, for short periods, wake up for a while, than fall back asleep again.

 

[aart]

Welcome to BYC!
What are you using to keep them warm?

Just to be clear.....you have 4 one week old chicks?