Mirrors

[No More Empty Nest]

Is it ok to put a glass mirror in with bantams? I'd hate to have them peck hard enough at it to break it. The one I have is framed in wood, about 18" x 24" with a chain to hang it from. A neighbor was throwing it out so I'm fine with not using it.

 

[Butterscotchbitesfinger]

Um did you know chickens can recognise their reflection in a mirror
So they will not play I’m so stupid I think there’s something else in the mirror

 

[Butterscotchbitesfinger]

And I wouldn’t recomend it I mean before I got my chickens I tried putting a mirror there for them all that happens is it gets covered with dust

 

[Feathers Brady]

I have a small round travel mirror that clips on to the fence and the only one that seems to notice is my 3 yr old orpington. She study's it mostly. She doesn't much Peck at it. But, it makes me wonder why she frequently hangs out by it and none of the other five do.
I see no harm in testing it out. Monitor them for a day or so and see what you think.

 

[ShellyBlanco]

I've always wanted to put a mirror in the coop too, but haven't tried it yet. When I do, I'm going to use a heavier glass. I think they would like it.

 

[animalyodelers]

Some chickens enjoy looking at their reflection (just like some people ) I'm going to try it. I would think it would take awhile before they would damage it enough to hurt themselves, although I could be wrong. I would just monitor the mirror for any damage.

 

[Aunt Angus]

A friend of mine has a framed mirror in her run, and her younger pullets love it. It's hilarious! They shove each other out of the way to look into it. Makes me think of teenagers in a locker room! Her older birds don't pay it any mind.

I was thinking I'd try it with my girls of the opportunity ever presented itself. If you do decide to add it, let us know how it goes!

 

[TwoCrows]

I have always kept a big mirror in my coop and or run. My birds love to look at themselves and some birds are SURE there are chickens on the other side. Wonderful source of entertainment!

 

[Aunt Angus]

@TwoCrows

Bird, indeed, is the word.

 

[MissChick@dee]

They make and sell safety mirrors. They sell them with pet toys at Walmart. Please do not use glass mirrors!