My main rooster died!

[theron]

My main rooster, an easter egger named Big Bird, died.

He was my all time favorite rooster and was very gentle with his ladies. His skin was blue and purple with no signs of injury. I would carry him around and loved bath time. The flock is now in chaos with him gone. He used to keep everyone in line while still being gentle. Now everyone is fighting with each other and it is a madhouse out there. We put him on the fire pit and when we let the birds free range, we watched three of his ladies go on the fire pit and all three of them laid an egg right there next to him. It was just astounding. Thankfully, we still have his son, Big Blue, and now that he has matured some, he is pretty good with the ladies. I am just really going to miss my Big Bird.

RIP Big Bird

The new head of the flock, Big Bird's son, Big Blue

 

[IttyBiddy]

He is a handsome looking gent!! Sorry for your loss!

 

[WriterofWords]

I am so sorry! I felt horrible when I lost Nugget, but his sons are doing well in his place.

 

[schellie69]

so sorry for you loss.

 

[speckledhen]

I'm so sorry for your loss. My first and most fabulous rooster died suddenly three years ago. He still has a big spot in my heart and I have his son. Your EE boy was so handsome!

 

[PhoenixAngel429]

Awww *hug* I know had that feels. I had our favorite die this year too.

 

[gritsar]

I'm so sorry. I know my roosters have a special place in my heart. I'm sure Big Bird did too.

 

[crtrlovr]

Yes, I know how it feels.

My sweet boys Sarge (RIR), Mr. Magoo (blue/black Silkie), Bob (bantam frizzle), and Yeti (white Silkie) will always hold a very special place in my heart.

 

[Kitt]

He was beautiful. Sorry for your loss.

 

[HorseFeatherz NV]

I love my roos too. Sorry your boy passed.