maryeadrian Posted May 19, 2009 Share Posted May 19, 2009 I have a question. It's probably clear to everyone else, but these are my first chickens. I have 3 pullets that are 10 weeks old that live in a WIR and eglu. They've been there for 2 weeks. It looks like they've established the pecking order. My "top hen", Mavis, is chasing and pecking the other two until the start squaking loudly. I've seen her pull so hard the other chicken's backside jumped in the air. So far no blood. This is probably regular chicken behaviour, right? Especially since they're still young? As they get older, will Mavis continue to chase and peck the others? The other two try and steer clear of her for the most part, but Mavis will just start chasing and pecking out of nowhere. They do all eat together without any problems. And they sleep together...Mavis on top of the other two. I just want to make sure this is normal. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
