Only when you have problems that require one.Is it necessary to have a lock on your nesting box?
Since you are having trouble with eggs disappearing, and you already have that style of latch, I would definitely add a lock. It's quick and easy, and will probably solve the problem. (Just don't lose the key or forget the combination, and do consider who else needs access.)We have a latch but we have one that you can put a lock on, that’s why i’m asking
So i’m wondering if anyone else has a lock on theirs?!?
I've only had chicken coops with internal nestboxes, so I had to go inside the get the eggs. The coops have always fastened with a carabiner & latch, or an actual bar across the door. I would not hesitate to add an actual lock if something or someone got in anyway.