When to add chicks to the coop with older chickens

[FastChicken10]

What time of day and what age should I add the younger chicks to the coop? There is 6 RIR chicks. There are already 2 chickens in the coop that are about 1 1/2 years old. Thanks!

 

[RoosterMoose]

I would usually wait until they are 6-8 weeks old in most cases. They may get pecked at alot to begin with but usually that will calm down as a new pecking order is established and the older chickens get used to seeing them and are not as curious anymore. I see that you are from SC, so waiting for it to warm up a bit outside may not be as much as an issue for you either.

 

[miquwid]

This is good information to know thanks. And good luck with adding to your flock!