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Seperation

Discussion in 'Raising Baby Chicks' started by chicken crazy, Jan 3, 2008.

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  1. Jan 3, 2008 #1
    chicken crazy

    chicken crazy In the Brooder

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    At what age should roos and hens be seperated?
     
  2. Jan 3, 2008 #2
    silkiechicken

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    I don't separate them till a) butcher time b) they start to fight. Both are usually before 6 months old, else the roo's will over mate the hens.
     

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