Last night I went out to the coop before full dark. Zack was on the A-frame roost, on one of the "steps" that's about 3' off the ground. As I approached I heard him make little nervous noises but I walked past without noticing him, though I spoke softly. After checking the wheelbarrow for eggs...
That's Rahab, and she's being protective of her chicks, so I understand. Notice she only chased him enough to establish a zone around the chicks.
I suspect once he is obviously a rooster there will be a change in attitude by the hens. ;)
I got home from the auction, checked the flock, and dozed off in my recliner...I never do that during the day. The auction house is a huge metal building with lots of fans, but by midday you can feel the warmth. I think it wore me out.
So, no garden work this afternoon.
The coop is quieter.
I did not. But I kept hearing the bidder number called, so he/she was active, bought a lot.
They had two Phoenix pairs for sale, beautiful. Most of the chicks and ducklings were selling for $1-$2 each, but with 6 in a lot.
I'm at the auction, doesn't start for another hour. I brought 4 of my 8 week old cockerels.
Limey and Dominique cross ⬆️
Blue and Purple bands ⬆️
There's everything here, chicks, ducklings, eggs, ducks, chickens, rabbits, quail, a Tom turkey and even this beauty, a pheasant I believe ⬇️...