Opinion question about leg bands

[Swivelhip]

I would never use those spiral leg bands as they have sharp ends and end up imbedding in leg.

Agreed, I used a pair of side cutters to remove the spiral leg band once. eBay, amazon both sell larger size bands. I use the big thick ones now that have to be snapped closed with a pair of pliers. I always put them on the right leg. Some of the chickens have two on one leg because of the color limitations. Makes it easy to name them. Double purple is our favorite chicken…

 

[RememberTheWay]

I took the leg bands off. Marker lasted less than a day. I'll have to think about this for the next group, but two of the three look like they're pullets and the other is visually distinct. I think I can keep these three straight.

Yeah I have tried to use marker and it doesn't last unfortunately. I think using zip ties would probably be your best bet. Maybe?