Rigid Foam Insulation Board being devoured by my chickens

[Abrahen Lincoln]

Why are my chickens eating the rigid foam insulation board on the side of my house??

 

[Folly's place]

Because they are chickens!
All insulation needs to be covered by wood or something to keep it away from the birds, and then it can become a safe haven for rodents or wasps. The only insulation we still have in our coop is in part of the roof, covered with plywood, which helps keep that area cooler in summer sun. We had rats move into the wall insulation long ago, they chewed right through the wood, and ate eggs and killed chickens. It was war, insulation and rats gone as soon as possible.
Mary