So how many chickens will fit in this? 4x8, over 6 ft tall

[Somyis]

 

[Somyis]

Dont mind the unfinished/in progress paint job

 

[Aunt Angus]

If you follow minimum suggested guidelines, 8. My first coop was the same size. I had 5 in it, and it felt cozy. I wouldn't do more than 6, if it were me. It also depends on your climate, etc. And make sure you have LOTS of ventilation.

 

[Aunt Angus]

Forgot to add that if looks great so far!

Can't stress the importance of ventilation. Rule of thumb is 1sq ft of ventilation per bird.

 

[Acre4Me]

It does depend a bit on climate. Long winters, with snow,I’d only stick 4 in there.

But warmer climates, chickens only sleep in the coop with decent area to be outside, and you could certainly fit more.

Some chickens don’t play well with others, so less is better. Often, you can get a flock that gets along pretty well, no bullies, and your flock can be bigger.

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[Somyis]

Forgot to add that if looks great so far!

Can't stress the importance of ventilation. Rule of thumb is 1sq ft of ventilation per bird.

Thank you we have 2nd window on the other side too

 

[Percheron chick]

And some natural light.

 

[Somyis]

It does depend a bit on climate. Long winters, with snow,I’d only stick 4 in there.

But warmer climates, chickens only sleep in the coop with decent area to be outside, and you could certainly fit more.

Some chickens don’t play well with others, so less is better. Often, you can get a flock that gets along pretty well, no bullies, and your flock can be bigger.

Tell us more.

Ah yes, we live in southeast Texas, so winters are.. pretty much summer still lol. But we plan to install a fan in there at the least

 

[Aunt Angus]

It does depend a bit on climate. Long winters, with snow,I’d only stick 4 in there.

But warmer climates, chickens only sleep in the coop with decent area to be outside, and you could certainly fit more.

Some chickens don’t play well with others, so less is better. Often, you can get a flock that gets along pretty well, no bullies, and your flock can be bigger.

Tell us more.

Exactly. I live in CA. My chickens only sleep in their coop. They have a big ol' covered run for rainy/snowy days.

 

[mowin]

Looking good. Rule of thumb is 4sqf per bird of unobstructed floor space, more is better. Where about are you located?
What I'm not seeing is 24-7-365 ventilation. Ventilation is extremely important for the birds health. You should have 1sqf of ventilation for each bird. Ventilation should be well above their heads when they are on roost.