Mar 29, 2009 #1 ken facemire In the Brooder 10 Years Joined Mar 8, 2009 Messages 29 Reaction score 0 Points 32 Location Manchester How big does the roost need to be to fit 15 chickens?
Mar 29, 2009 #2 Ridgerunner Retired Premium Feather Member 16 Years Friend Spirit Educator Joined Feb 2, 2009 Messages 34,951 Reaction score 41,662 Points 1,257 Location 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.