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Why they dye chicks-- at least in Uganda...

Discussion in 'Managing Your Flock' started by mommy9994, Jun 26, 2008.

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  1. Jun 26, 2008 #1
    mommy9994

    mommy9994 Chillin' With My Peeps

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    I learned this last night, and thought that it was very interesting...

    In Uganda, they dye the baby chicks flourescent colours so that the hawks won't eat them. Seemingly, it works
     
  3. Jun 26, 2008 #2
    Guitartists

    Guitartists Resistance is futile

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    Hmmm... interesting
     

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