Might want to consider that then, depending on what predators are a concern in your area. Apron at least 18-24" out if possible. It prevents dig ins from both small pests and larger predators.Not aproned
Even if it's something relatively harmless like a chipmunk or rat digging in, other animals that can harm chickens like weasels and snakes can end up using the tunnels.
 
	 
 
		 
			
		
		
		
	
	
			
		 
			
		
		
		
	
	
			
		 
			
		
		
		
	
	
			
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		

 
 
		 
 
		
 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		 
 
		