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What do roosters like?
Hens
What are rooster spurs?
A rooster spur is the bony like horn that grows on his legs which he uses for fights with other roosters. Some hens may also grow smaller spurs.
Do hens hate roosters?
No they don't it just seems like it because of their nature
Do Roosters ever get to old to crow?
We have the same problem. We have tw roosters and 28 hens. They are the White Leghorns. Generally the roosters take turns crowing. Lately the flock has been molting...it looks like snow in our coop. The roosters are not crowing. I have looked for an answer as you have. Interesting we both have the same problem. It looks like molting may have something to do with them not crowing.
Can a rooster be to old?
At his funeral, or when he can't chase and catch the hens.
What is a spur on a chicken used for?
The spur on a chicken is usualy on a rooster and it is like a big claw on the bottom of their leg. I have chickens and my hens have tiny spur like things but roosters spurs are much bigger.
Do female leghorn chickens make rooster like sounds?
Yes. Roosters have many different vocal sounds. A reassuring clucking sound is common for roosters to make.
Is it ok to have hens without roosters?
4 hens per rooster is a better ratio. Roosters often "rough up" the hens when they breed, so having more hens will prevent any one hen from being picked on too much. I know lots of people who feel like 8 hens per rooster is about the maximum the average rooster can handle.
How do roosters and chickens have intercourse?
Roosters do not have penises. Instead, they transfer sperm to the hens through a process called "cloacal kiss," where the cloaca of the rooster and hen touch to allow for sperm transfer. This is the primary method of fertilization in chickens.
Why does your ginnie hens try to kill your roosters?
Guineafowl can be very territorial. If they do not have enough room, or if they just like the same spot the rooster likes, it could lead to trouble.
What are the spurs on a rooster?
They are for 1) fighting with other roosters to prove his supremacy, and become the leader of the hens. and 2) for aiding hium so stay on the hens when they are mating. Because hens usually dont like it so the rooster needs all the help he can get when trying to stay on long enough to allow successful fertilisation.
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.
