New 3 day old chicks picking on 10 day olds. (NOW W/ PIX)

[pne123]

We bought 2 RIRs last week and picked up 3 buff oringtons today. We thought we would have to keep the RIR's separated from the babies but the babies are beating up on the older ones. The RIRs are twice the size but they are the one getting their tail feathers pulled. LOL

This wife wants to know how long this will last. they have only been together a few hours. They do not seem to be to aggressive just establishing a pecking order. Should I separate them?

 

[hennypenny9]

I think they'll sort themselves out on their own. Keep watch and all that, but I bet they'll settle in and be just fine.

 

[emilyweck]

What little buttheads! I think it will get sorted out, but maybe separate the chicks from them for a few days. They seem to act as a swarm of bees, otherwise! Good luck!

 

[pne123]

See how vicious they look

Do not talk back to me

In the corner w/ you

 

[4hooves&featheredfriends]

Love the commentary - those little ones look like they are ready for the Ultimate Fight Club.

 

[zippy11455]

The little BO are just being proactive, they heard through the grapevine that RIR can be aggressive if not put in their place right away. Great photos!

 

[KattyKillFish]

I think they're racist!

more like "OH! shiny eyes on someone i don't know!" *peck*

"OWIE! IM TELLING!"