Silkies-cold resistant?

[MonkeyZero]

SO sorry for posting like a maniac, I just want the best for my silkies lol

Well
If it gets really cold here in like 20 F, will they be fine outside without any heat lamps, and insulation in the coop?
I just cover up the front, really good, and have a tarp over the coop
SHould they fine?

 

[KatyTheChickenLady]

If they are full grown and have protection from the weather they will be fine in Modesto.

 

[MonkeyZero]

Yes
They will have protection
I cover up the front of the coop(my coop just so you get the idea-- https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=225888 )
I also have on top of the coop to prevent it from rotting if rain/water fall onto it...
The wind cant get into the coop, but there are a few ventilation openings for em

 

[Funky Feathers]

Ummm, if you only have 2 Silkies, you need either more Silkies (they huddle together for warmth) or a heat lamp. I use one here in MD and I have 5-6 per pen.

 

[silkiechicken]

My silkies did just fine last winter when it got into the teens. No heat added. I did have 6 though in a 4x4 hutch.

 

[Sonoran Silkies]

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The number of birds and the amount of space make a difference. 6 birds in a 20x20 might well get too cold as their body heat will not reflect back off the walls and keep the coop warmer. 6 birds in a 2x2 might get too warm.

If they are full grown, stay dry & are in a reasonably sized coop they should be fine. Dry is very important.

 

[MonkeyZero]

My coop is i think 3 ft on all sides

 

[MonkeyZero]

Should I get one more hen?