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[Silkie2005]

Is your run covered?

Yes it is covered. I had some pullets last year that thought it was a good idea to fly out by using various objects as ramps . The neighbours weren't impressed with having feathered friends in their garden munching on the flowers. We also have a hawk and some buzzards near us. They've never shown any interest but nothing wrong with being careful.

 

[Malquid]

Hi! I’m brand new and building a coop. Do you have any suggestions for roofing material. I have several opossums in my area. Thinking plastic corrugated panels with hardware cloth underneath...would that be overkill or recommended?
Thank you!

The plastic with hw cloth underneath would work for a rook but seems cumbersome and plastic won’t last too long.
I used metal sheeting on a slant roof and there’s no way anything could get in. Keep in mind max ventilation is good except in the severe cold areas

 

[cmom]

It depends on the type of plastic. I have plastic panels on my little greenhouse that is supposed to handle hail. Luckily we haven't had any hail. We cover the roof in the summer with a tarp or it can get very hot inside.