Well, there is “resourceful” as a clever, temporary solution and then there’s “resourceful” as a lifestyle.
I’m thinking about getting 2 pullets to replace my little hen and can’t decide between an Ameracauna, a Buff Orpington, or Silver Laced Wyandotte. I want a friendly, quiet, good producer. Everything I am reading says I need more than 2 for chook psychology.