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usually the ratio of hens to rooster is about 15 hens for every rooster. If you keep them separated an extra rooster is not a problem but in a flock of 24 hens,you will have some squabbling between the dominant rooster and the #2 .
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∙ 14y agoTwo roosters will comfortably handle 30 hens. The average rooster will consider 10 to 15 hens his personal flock. The will always be some rivalry between the males and some fighting or posturing can be expected.
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∙ 15y agoOptimum number of hens per rooster is between 12 and 20. A rooster does not have to mate with each hen daily to produce fertile eggs. One mating each 5 or 6 days will keep the hen fertile.
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How is hen behavior different in a hen house compared to the ratio of roosters to hens?
if the majority is on the roosters,the rooster will fertilize the hen. and in some conditions, the rooster will peck the hens feathers of. the roosters wood constantly be guarding it from coyotes, minks, (ect..)the hens wood constantly try to get away. if the number of hens is less than five or in that area,the hen wood have a hard time laying eggs. more eggs will be layed if influenced by other hens. its tradition to put wooden eggs in the nesting boxes to influence them. on the other hand, if theres more hens then roosters, they will spend time with each one, and fertilizing the hens. its best to have only two roosters, along with two emergency roosters.
Where in a farm do roosters live?
the place where chickens and roosters live
How many pounds of precooked chicken fajitas for 20 people?
A single rooster can be enough for 20 hens, but it's possible to have several more than that. Roosters may, of course, fight if they are in the same flock, but they can also live peacefully together. It depends on the roosters and the situation, e.g. how they are introduced, if they are raised together, how territorial they are, etc. It's also a matter of how well they do with the hens. Even two roosters can sometimes be too much for the hens to handle if they're extremely aggressive with breeding with the hens. Older roosters will often be better around hens, so it's often better to have an older rooster already present if you're introducing a younger rooster, instead of just adding a few young roosters, but again, it just depends on each individual rooster and what he's like. Most young roosters will get better with the hens the longer they spend with them. Right now, I have five roosters living with a flock of 18 hens, and could even introduce more roosters if I wanted. They all live together very peacefully, aside from the occasional fight in the spring. All of the hens are happy, and don't get harassed by the roosters.
When a hen has been with a rooster is she bred for life?
If you are asking if chickens are monogamous then No. Hens are bred by whatever rooster decides she is close enough and available. In a farmyard with several roosters an individual hen can be mounted by two or three roosters through the course of the day.
Can 2 roosters share the hen house?
well it all depends on the cage just make sure they can all have there own space walk around and stuff make sure there is room for a water dish and btw throw the chickens food on the ground for them ( btw mean by the way)
How is hen behavior different in a hen house compared to the ratio of roosters to hens?
if the majority is on the roosters,the rooster will fertilize the hen. and in some conditions, the rooster will peck the hens feathers of. the roosters wood constantly be guarding it from coyotes, minks, (ect..)the hens wood constantly try to get away. if the number of hens is less than five or in that area,the hen wood have a hard time laying eggs. more eggs will be layed if influenced by other hens. its tradition to put wooden eggs in the nesting boxes to influence them. on the other hand, if theres more hens then roosters, they will spend time with each one, and fertilizing the hens. its best to have only two roosters, along with two emergency roosters.
Are roosters and hens the same?
no. roosters and hens are two very different animals. people that dont know that probably dont know 2+2=4!!! A rooster is male, a hen is female. retard
Where in a farm do roosters live?
the place where chickens and roosters live
Do roosters turn into hens?
Yes. If there isn't a roster in the flock already then it isn't rare for a hen to turn into a rooster. They even cock-a-doole-do. I have had two hens turn into roosters because the rooster got eaten by a fox... lol
How many pounds of precooked chicken fajitas for 20 people?
A single rooster can be enough for 20 hens, but it's possible to have several more than that. Roosters may, of course, fight if they are in the same flock, but they can also live peacefully together. It depends on the roosters and the situation, e.g. how they are introduced, if they are raised together, how territorial they are, etc. It's also a matter of how well they do with the hens. Even two roosters can sometimes be too much for the hens to handle if they're extremely aggressive with breeding with the hens. Older roosters will often be better around hens, so it's often better to have an older rooster already present if you're introducing a younger rooster, instead of just adding a few young roosters, but again, it just depends on each individual rooster and what he's like. Most young roosters will get better with the hens the longer they spend with them. Right now, I have five roosters living with a flock of 18 hens, and could even introduce more roosters if I wanted. They all live together very peacefully, aside from the occasional fight in the spring. All of the hens are happy, and don't get harassed by the roosters.
You have two many roosters If you removed two and kept them together would they be ok without the hens. we do not want to kill them.?
Depends on their personality. Very rarely can you keep two rooster together by them self. Saying that i have 4 roosters for my 17 hens and they all have a pretty good personality so it's ok. If your rooster fight though and you don't want to kill them (i wouldn't want to kill mine either) try to find somebody who doesn't have a rooster or someone who will take one more. Even if you put an ad in the paper or on the internet. I have had luck on the internet with my roosters. hope this helps a little
When a hen has been with a rooster is she bred for life?
If you are asking if chickens are monogamous then No. Hens are bred by whatever rooster decides she is close enough and available. In a farmyard with several roosters an individual hen can be mounted by two or three roosters through the course of the day.
Can 2 roosters share the hen house?
well it all depends on the cage just make sure they can all have there own space walk around and stuff make sure there is room for a water dish and btw throw the chickens food on the ground for them ( btw mean by the way)
What do you do if you have two roosters and all your hens are losing feathers?
Reduce the rooster population by one. Your hen to cockerel ratio is too large and your hens are being mounted by both roosters during the day. Each time a rooster mates with a hen she will lose or damage feathers. Hens doing double duty are losing them at twice the normal rate and are being given no time for recovery.
Will two roosters get alone with 12 hens and if one acks like a hen?
Normally one will dominate over the other when the flock is together but not respected when ranging and around corners, roosters will often challenge each other from time to time or if caught. Challenges become much more frequent when the roosters are older and develop spurs.
Where do they sell rooster food?
Most farmers do not need more than one or two roosters, the hen is more valuable to them for its egg production. That does not mean you cannot find a willing trader. Check at your local feed /grain outlet and post a note on the bulletin board. Call the local 4H club and see if they have a poultry club,as the children may be willing to trade a rooster for a hen.
How many tom do you need for two hens turkeys?
One turkey per 6-7 females
