1. Apr 3, 2016 #1
   

   milliepod22 New Egg

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   Hi! I have just bought 4 point-of-lay Bantams. They are going to Free-Range around a top area of our garden, which is mostly fenced (or walled ) however one small section isn't, and there is a drop down to the patio. Do I need to fence this area? Or will the chickens realise that there is a drop, and not fall over?
   Many Thanks! X

    
3. Apr 3, 2016 #2
   

   OrganicFarmWife Chillin' With My Peeps

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   They are smart enough not to drop over the wall. They may try to fly down on purpose, depending on how great a drop. That really depends on the breed and individual nature of the bird. I do not know Bantams, so cannot say.

    
4. Apr 3, 2016 #3
   

   Husker Hens Chillin' With My Peeps

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   I agree, definitely smart enough to not fall off but often curious enough to fly down if it's under 5 feet or so.

    

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