emchook Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 Can I safely put into a 6*12ft WIR with an eglu I have been reading all about new chickens that lucky folk have been getting. I know you should introduce at least 2 chickens to an existing flock. I currently have 3 1yr old warrens ..and would love 2 more What do you think ? Is 5 chickens too many [ I was thinking a light sussex or a columbine and a maran ?? ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom123 Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I think 5 would be fine in there with some perches and other hentertainment Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I would say 5 is perfect. my WIR is slightly longer (6 x 15feet) and I have 5 hens in there comfortably, I don't like to overcrowd. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I think the WIR is suitable for about 5 like the others have said but I personally think the eglu is too small for 5, but thats IMO, I know others may disagree I have 5 girls in a cube attached to a WIR of that size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emchook Posted February 19, 2010 Author Share Posted February 19, 2010 mmmm... a new concrete slab ... a new aviaries4u run ......me thinks a new cube might be pushing it ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tutti Frutti Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I'm sure five'll be fine Em - I have 4 in a and always end up with 2 in the nest box alone and the other two snuggle up so close, there's loads of roost left so I reckon five would fit in easily Not sure what happens in the summer, though? Would they be hot? and mezzanine levels increase floor space Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ain't Nobody Here Posted February 19, 2010 Share Posted February 19, 2010 I have 5 in an eglu (and a fairly small run) but I'm very confident they are happy in their space . They spend more time in the run than out, even when the door's open and there is always loads of space in the eglu at night . Loads of poo too though . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
