New in Fairmont, NC- Would appreciate advice

[Judy]

The minimums given here are usually 4 sq ft per bird in the coop and 10 sq ft per bird in the run. If you make the run that size, don't count on any plant surviving in it, including grass. Bigger is always better.

Australorps are docile and friendly, and lay very large brown eggs. Easter Eggers vary. Some people say they are friendly and some not. I have 6 who attack everyone else and won't let me near them.

Lots of info here on breeds:

http://www.ithaca.edu/staff/jhenderson/chooks/chooks.html

And here is a breed selector tool:

http://www.mypetchicken.com/breedQuestions.aspx

BTW, I believe this hatchery sells birds in small lots.

Good luck!

 

[The Chicken Lady]

Glad to have you here!

 

[n-da-woods]

Hello and

from New London NC

 

[Chicken Woman]

Don't need a roo if you just want eggs !

 

[joedie]

from Indiana.

 

[duck&chickencrazy]

hello from indiana and

 

[wingnut1]