redfrock Posted April 18, 2007 Share Posted April 18, 2007 hello all! I'm off to collect my first set of chooks on Sunday. I have the choice of: Daisybelle, Sussex Star, Bovans Nera (black star), White star and a new one called coral. In theory I am coming home with three although I understand the eglu will fit 4! So 2 eglus = 6 - 8 chooks. I know I definately want a daisybelle but are what would you suggest with the others? I'm not fussed about them being prolific layers, just friendly. I think I am tempted by the white star and then I get stuck. I hope to have all different hens (at least that way I will know who is who ) Claire x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Depends on run space and whether they are free ranging. If there is plenty of room I'd go for one of each, plus a couple of whichever takes your fancy on the day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 I would certainly get a White Star - the white eggs are so pretty & although they can be more skittish than other breeds, they are lovely little hens with bags of personality I also have a Daisy Belle (there are some photos in my ablum - link below), & she is lovely too Never heard of a Coral - must be a new one! Choose whichever take your fancy on the day.I went with a mind to get some breeds & came back with others Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Yes! def. go for one of each - plus a couple more - As long as you have enough run room for them. They all look so lovely, you will find it difficult to choose. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfrock Posted April 19, 2007 Author Share Posted April 19, 2007 I promise I am going with my head firmly screwed on! (makes a change) I am going to be sensible and only have 3 chooks per an eglu. Each eglu will have extensions, but they will free range after work and at weekends. So three this weekend because I am picking up Beck's eglu on Saturday and then 3 when E gets her cube. He only had one white star left and I was pretty taken with her so he said he will keep her to one side for me then as you say, it will be a case of who takes my fancy. I guess I am very lucky that I get to have 6 chooks so I can have a variety. I'm so excited!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aunty e Posted April 19, 2007 Share Posted April 19, 2007 Get one of each. In fact, can you pick me up a couple . I'm going to get a daisybelle (hopefully!) and I like the idea of a Coral for the new eglu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redfrock Posted April 19, 2007 Author Share Posted April 19, 2007 Get one of each. In fact, can you pick me up a couple . I'm going to get a daisybelle (hopefully!) and I like the idea of a Coral for the new eglu. Of course I will! Seriously if you do want me to bring some down let me know - I am seeing the man on Sunday and it is only a slight detour for when we come to you! I can ring him when we know your eglu is due and if he has some left I can reserve a couple for you and collect them on route Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
