Joining new Guineas with existing

[Guineagirls]

I have 6 one year old guineas that free range in day, go to coop at night. I also have 5 two month old guineas that are in screened area in coop. When & how should I start joining them together?

 

[R2elk]

I have 6 one year old guineas that free range in day, go to coop at night. I also have 5 two month old guineas that are in screened area in coop. When & how should I start joining them together?

They need to be where both groups of guineas can see each other. Once the adults stop trying to attack the youngsters through the wire, you can let them together although I suggest just releasing one at a time for awhile. Do not be surprised if the adults ostracize the youngsters. It can take a long time for an adult flock to accept new youngsters unless they are actually raised by a member of the flock.

Be sure to provide lots of hiding places so the youngsters can escape the adults when necessary.

Good luck.