This is our second set of chickens. We had half a dozen when we lived in the city. They did just fine until we moved to the country. The coyotes ate them when my husband was out of time and I was 8 months pregnant. I didn’t have the ability to do anything to stop it from happening. We have a much better coop now and are working on a bigger better run.
During the winter we have a timer for the light so they get plenty of “daylight” and keep laying. However, we had Rhode Island Reds the first time and they are really consistent layers. We have a mix of Australorps, Auracana, Maran and mixed breed Easter Eggers. Eleven left after two escaped and got eaten. (working on better run!) Only four of the eleven are laying at the moment. Hoping the others don’t make me wait until spring!!
Thanks. I like the Rhode Island Reds.
My favorite YouTuber, Dale Calder, keeps chickens and quail; he builds a run in this video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Q6yglf5KMI&list=PL4B778DAE8FA99483
The wire gauge looks too big to me, but I don’t know the abilities of the critters he’s guarding against...I’ve seen foxes squeeze through incredibly small spaces.
Auracana eggs are delicious!