Mar 29, 2009 #1 ken facemire In the Brooder 10 Years Mar 8, 2009 29 0 32 Manchester How big does the roost need to be to fit 15 chickens?
Mar 29, 2009 #2 Ridgerunner Retired Premium Feather Member 16 Years Feb 2, 2009 34,398 40,142 1,257 Southeast Louisiana I like to use 12" per bird as I have some fairly warm nights, but the rule of thumb minimum is 8" per chicken, which would mean 10 feet. If it is cold, they will huddle up. if it is warm, they spread out a little.
I like to use 12" per bird as I have some fairly warm nights, but the rule of thumb minimum is 8" per chicken, which would mean 10 feet. If it is cold, they will huddle up. if it is warm, they spread out a little.