rooster behavior
Benefits of Having a Rooster with Laying Hens
Learn about the benefits of having a rooster with laying hens, including creating a flock that is less cannibalistic, shows lower signs of stress, and has more positive social interactions.
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Rooster Behavior in Your Backyard Flock
Bruce and Elaine Ingram share their tips and tricks for understanding and managing rooster behavior.
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One Rooster Too Many?
The hen-to-rooster ratio refers to the ideal number of hens per rooster. The average optimal ratio for heavier breeds is eight hens per rooster, although a peak-form rooster can handle 12 or more.
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Chicken Spurs: Who Gets Them?
What is a Chicken Spur? A chicken spur is actually part of the shank bone that’s covered with a hard layer made of keratin; the same thing found in our fingernails and hair. Spurs are routinely found on roosters and they’re used for protection and fighting.
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A Comprehensive Guide to Rooster Spurs
Do All Roosters Get Spurs? Learn why they grow, what they are used for, and how to maintain rooster spurs.
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