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I have three 4 week old black sex links. I’ve always kept my chicks in the brooder until they’re about 7 weeks then I move them to a run next to the coop for a few more weeks before fully integrating and allowing free range.
However, these little ones seem to be maturing faster as well as...
This is what I/we built (mostly). Photos of the actual build follow below, my build thread is https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/authentic-woods-kd-knock-down-10-by-16-coop-build.1304202/
I am “build” capable and resourceful. However I was incredibly lucky to have assistance of my sister...
I am in Pennsylvania so these are predators that are near me feel free to ask about other predators if you have questions
Since most of these predators are nocturnal be prepared have shoes by the door.
Foxes
Foxes are the worst because there is no certain way to get rid of them...
Fried Dandelions. Yup. The yellow flower that turns into a wish!
My Great Grandma--who survived the Great Depression-- taught me when I was a little girl how to create many things from her backyard: corn cob jelly, dandelion green salad, dandelion jelly, and our favorite, fried dandelions...
With only a small daily dosage of time spent at BackYard Chickens, anyone can access a wealth of information as inexhaustible as is cleaning under the roosts.
Key benefits associated with a few minutes a day spent at BYC:
Acquisition of knowledge. Where else can you continue your learning and...
So, you have decided that you want to raise quail. There are many questions that you will have, but here you will learn what your quail need to eat in order to thrive.
This guide will help you find feed with proper nutrition for your quail. This includes all common species of quail including...
If you think you might be getting scammed, STOP. You should feel comfortable with a purchase, not skeptical or suspicious.
I was once scammed in an indoor plant group on Facebook thinking being retired law enforcement, I could never fall for such a thing, yet I did...
In today's digital age, memes have become a universal language of humor and a staple of online culture. These viral images and videos, often accompanied by clever captions, have the power to make us laugh, think, and connect with others across the internet. If you've ever wanted to try your hand...
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Hi! Thanks for reading! Just a heads up that I don't take pictures of my flock much so this article lacks photos. My chickens are a bit camera shy! 😉 But I am sure you will still enjoy.
Future chicken name ideas and suggestions are welcome! I am always looking for names! 🤩 In fact, I have some 3...
This is the first chicken coop I've ever made. The bottom run is about 6x6 feet square. The challenge was to not spend anything on materials except for screws, hardware cloth, hinges and latches. We just had a workshop built so I used some of the leftover pine wood (1.5" wide strips) for the...
I'm going to either add to this a lot or not. But here's a guide to some of the more commonly known chicken breeds! I will go over lots of them, and if you have a suggestion just make a comment. Let's get started!
Easter is a time of joy and celebration, where families and friends come together to enjoy each other's company, exchange gifts and enjoy delicious meals. It is also a great time to get creative and make the most of the season's festivities. If you're a backyard chicken owner, why not...
I have a broody who has added about 4 eggs to her clutch over the last couple weeks, and she started hatching the eggs I gave her yesterday. My incubator (china-bator) has been doing great, but it's full! So I decided to make my own lock down incubator! My plan is to keep my china-bator with the...
I built this small coop for my special needs blind hen. She was attacked by an aggressive chicken and lost her eyesight completely in one eye and most of her sight in the other eye (I think can only see light and dark and movement).
I wasn’t certain she would make it but after a lot of care...