My cousin and i are disagreeing about the chicks being crowded and if its detrimental to their health
Chicks need enough room to eat, sleep, romp, play, stretch their wings,learn to roost, and freely choose a warm or cool spot. Crowding too many in IS detrimental. Crowding can cause bad eating behaviors, pecking, disease, overheating and cannibalism. Average brooder gives about 2 sq ft per chick until they are fully feathered. Then it ups to 3 until they are ready to go to the flock.