If you’re thinking about keeping peacocks or peahens with chickens, they can absolutely live happily together if managed property. You do have to keep in mind that peacocks and chickens are very ...
Can You Eat the Comb of a Chicken? (Quite the Delicacy!)
You can eat the comb of a chicken if you want to do so, yes. In fact, in some parts of the world, it’s somewhat of a delicacy. It’s not to everyone’s taste though, it has a “gelatinous texture” and ...
When Is the Best Time to Dub a Rooster? (Age and Reasons Explained)
There is no ‘correct' answer as to when it’s the best time to dub a rooster. Some roosters are dubbed at just a day old or while they’re young chicks. While others are dubbed after their combs and ...
Do All Chickens Have Combs? (What Comb-Less Means)
Today we’re talking about those red things on the top of chicken’s heads that come in all shapes and sizes - combs. More specifically, whether or not all chickens have combs. As well as how combs ...
How Much to Feed Wyandotte Chickens?
Wyandottes are popular backyard chickens because they’re hardy, friendly, have that distinctive laced plumage, and are great layers. To answer how much to feed them, wyandotte chickens will eat around ...
How Much to Feed Orpington Chickens?
Orpington chickens are hardy, medium-sized chickens that love to eat. To keep them healthy and laying at maximum capacity, you can expect a mature Orpington to eat around ¼ lb of quality layer feed ...
Putting A Salt Water Bottle in Chicken Waterer (Doesn't Stop It Freezing!)
I’m sure you’ve heard about various hacks to stop the water in your chicken bucket or waterer freezing at temperature drops. Ping pong balls, heat tape, bird table water heaters, heated pet bowls… ...
Will Chickens Die Without a Heat Lamp? (Ideal Temperatures Explained)
Generally speaking, adult chickens are incredibly hardy and well-prepared to survive in sub-zero temperatures without the need for heat. Baby chicks, on the other hand, are fragile when born and ...
What Is a Capon Chicken? (How It's Different From Chicken)
Capon chickens are male chickens that were castrated before reaching sexual maturity. They are also fed a rich diet, typically including milk or porridge, and this results in a more flavorful and less ...
Do Chickens Have Wattles? (They Sure Do, Here's Why!)
Chickens do have wattles, yes. Both hens (females) and roosters (males) have wattles. They will vary in size depending on the breed, but all chickens have them as they serve some important purposes as ...
Do Chickens Have Noses? (A Look at Avian Anatomy)
Technically speaking, chickens do not have noses, no. They do have nostrils, however, and are able to smell things (albeit somewhat limited compared to us). You can clearly see their nostrils near the ...
Can Chickens Eat Too Much Grit? (Health Implications)
It’s possible that chickens will eat too much grit given the chance, yes. This isn’t often the case, but if a chicken does eat too much grit they risk suffering an impacted crop. You should leave out ...
Using Chicken Grit for Plants: Why It's Fine to Use
If you’re green-fingered and enjoy gardening or indoor plants, you’ve probably heard about using horticultural grit to improve the structure and drainage of your soil. The interesting thing is that ...
What Is Chicken Grit Made Of? (Materials You Can Use)
Chicken grit can be made from a number of substances. Generally speaking, commercially produced chicken grit is made from insoluble stone - typically flint or granite. However, there are some health ...
How To Keep Possums Away From Chickens (4 Effective Methods)
Want to know how to keep possums away from chickens? The good news is, it’s not that difficult to protect your chickens from opossums by tightening up your coop security. The bad news is, opossums ...
Can You Hatch Supermarket Eggs? (It's Possible....)
It’s very unlikely you will be able to hatch shop-bought or supermarket eggs. Although, it’s not impossible and certainly not unheard of. Generally speaking, however, supermarket eggs come from ...
How To Scare Hawks Away From Your Chickens: 6 Proven Methods
If you’re looking for ways how to scare hawks away from your chickens, the best solutions are; covering their run, getting a guard dog, adding a rooster to your flock, using decoys, and some other ...
ISA Brown vs Golden Comet
Can’t decide on which type of chicken you want between the ISA Brown vs Golden Comet? In this article, I’m looking at how they compare in size, temperament, egg-laying expectancy, what they’re like as ...
ISA Brown vs Rhode Island Red
The ISA Brown vs Rhode Island Red debate often comes up, and it’s an interesting one. Both of these chickens do have a lot in common, although they serve very different purposes. The main ...
ISA Brown vs Lohmann Brown
If you’re wondering what the differences are between ISA Brown vs Lohmann Brown chickens, there are some notable differences. In short; ISA Browns are sex-linked chickens created by crossbreeding ...
How Long Are Chicken Eggs Good for in the Coop?
In theory, chicken eggs can stay good in the coop for 4-5 weeks. However, if you don’t collect eggs daily it can cause a number of problems. Predators might steal them, chickens may break them, and ...
ISA Brown Chicken Egg Color, Size, and Laying Numbers
The ISA Brown chicken egg color is brown. It’s often described as chestnut or tan brown and is a darker shade than other brown-laying breeds like Rhode Island Reds and Buff Orpingtons. What Color ...
ISA Brown Egg Size, Color, and Stats
The average weight and egg size of an ISA Brown egg is 63.1 grams (2.22 oz.). That means they lay large eggs, just short of extra-large according to US industry egg sizes. Don’t be surprised to see ...
ISA Brown Rooster vs Hen (Characteristics and Personalities)
Looking at an ISA Brown rooster vs hen there are some noticeable differences when they’re chicks. Hens (females) tend to be mostly red, with white flecks or speckles of color. While roosters (males) ...
ISA Brown Chickens Lifespan (Factors Affecting Life Expectancy)
ISA Brown Chickens were bred to produce a lot of eggs, and as a result, have short lifespans. In commercial settings, they typically have a life expectancy of 2-3 years. As well-treated backyard pets, ...
Where To Buy Fish Meal for Chickens | Nutritional Benefits
Fishmeal is an affordable and easy way to add some quality nutrients to your chickens’ diets. Made from the leftover parts from various types of fish, fishmeal is commonly fed to chickens in ...
When Do Delaware Chickens Start Laying Eggs?
Delaware chickens typically start to lay eggs around 24 to 28 weeks of age (about 6 months). This is only a general rule, don’t be surprised to see that first egg a couple of weeks earlier or ...
Do Chickens Make Nests? (A Look at Hen Egg Laying Habits)
If you’re new to raising chickens I know how excited you are to find that first egg - just as I was. An important part of the process, however, is making sure your chickens have comfortable nests to ...
Where Do Free Range Chickens Lay Eggs? (How To Find Hen's Nests)
If you have free-range chickens and you’re not finding regular eggs in their nesting boxes, it probably means they’re laying eggs somewhere else. There are a few things chickens instinctively look ...
When Do ISA Brown Chickens Start Laying?
ISA Browns start laying eggs earlier than purebred breeds, typically around 18-22 weeks of age (about 4 and a half to 5 and a half months). This is just a general rule of thumb, however, don’t be ...
Are Chickens Protected in Hawaii? (Local Laws and Regulations Explained)
It’s no secret that there is a huge amount of feral and wild chickens roaming freely across Hawaiin islands. What isn’t so clear, however, is whether or not chickens are protected in Hawaii. I ...
How to Stop a Hen From Crowing? (3 Reasons & Solutions!)
If you have a flock of hens with no roosters, the last thing you expect is to hear crowing, right? Hens can crow, however. In this article, I’m looking at the reasons why, and how to stop a hen from ...
Can Chickens Eat Rice Krispies? (Benefits of Cereals)
Yes, chickens can eat Rice Krispies. They can eat most cereals, as long as they’re not the sugary types. Basically, Rice Krispies are made from crisped rice, so they make for a great and safe ...
Why Are There So Many Chickens in Maui?
If you’ve been to Maui, there’s no missing the huge number of wild chickens on the island. The reason why; hurricanes and storms have freed chickens over the years and there are few predators. How ...
Why Are There So Many Chickens in Kauai?
The reason why there are so many wild chickens on Kauai is due to hurricanes causing domestic birds to get loose, and the lack of predators. Chickens have been mating and reproducing for decades with ...
How Cold Is Too Cold for Baby Chickens? (Heat Lamp or Not?)
If you’re incubating eggs and that magical day when a chick first pokes its egg tooth out is fast approaching - you need to be prepared with food, water, and importantly a warm brooder. It’s no ...
When Do Barred Rock Chickens Start Laying Eggs?
Barred Rocks typically start laying eggs around 18 to 22 weeks of age (about 5 months). Take this as a general rule of thumb though, every chicken matures at its own pace. Don’t be concerned or ...
When Do Wyandotte Chickens Start Laying Eggs?
Wyandotte chickens start laying eggs between 18 to 20 weeks of age (around 5 months). They tend to mature slightly faster than average. Once laying, you can expect up to 200 medium to large brown eggs ...
When Do Rhode Island Red Chickens Start Laying Eggs?
Rhode Island Reds typically start laying eggs around 18 to 22 weeks of age (about 5 months). Like all chickens, you’ll first spot small eggs appearing. It won’t be long before you get your first ...
Why Aren't Eggs Refrigerated in Europe? (Strange But True)
If you’ve shopped in both the U.S. and Europe, you may have noticed eggs are sold refrigerated in the U.S. but not in Europe. So, it raises the question; why aren’t eggs refrigerated in ...