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Most breeds are fully feathered at 50 to 60 days old.

See related links below for a good site to view the stages of a growing chicken from hatch to one year. Look for the growing chick link .

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What age can you mix chickens?

Chickens can typically be mixed together once they are fully feathered, usually around 8-12 weeks old. It is important to closely monitor the introduction process to prevent any aggression or bullying within the flock. Make sure there is enough space, resources, and hideouts for the chickens to establish a pecking order peacefully.


Do silkie chickens have feathers on their feet?

Yes, silkie chickens have feathers on their feet. This feature, known as feathered feet, is a characteristic trait of the breed and is prized for its unique appearance. Feathered feet help protect the chickens' legs and feet in colder climates.


Is there a chicken that has hairy legs?

chickens dont have hair no If you mean by hairy 'feathered legs' than there are 3 species I know of: Brahmas Cochins Silkies


Do chicks need a light all the time?

If by light you meant a heat lamp then yes they do. They would need a heat lamp until they are fully feathered.


What is the opposite of turkey?

Grapefruit. Chickens are animals, grapefruits are plants. Or, part of them, at least. Chickens are feathered, grapefruit hafe thick yellowish dimpled skin. Chickens have meat, grapefruit has bad-tasting sour mush. Chickens can walk, grapefruit can only sit on a fruitbowl. Chickens probably won't stay on the fruitbowl for very long. Grapefruit has no choice. (Unless, perhaps if the chicken decided it liked grapefruit and was eating the grapefruit) Chickens are stupid. However, this is not applicable to grapefruit. See?

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When to put young chickens in pen?

When they are FULLY feathered.


What are examples of feathered animals in the farm?

chickens, birds and that is it


What age can you mix chickens?

Chickens can typically be mixed together once they are fully feathered, usually around 8-12 weeks old. It is important to closely monitor the introduction process to prevent any aggression or bullying within the flock. Make sure there is enough space, resources, and hideouts for the chickens to establish a pecking order peacefully.


What are some adjectives verbs and nouns about chickens?

Nouns related to chickens: hen, rooster, egg, chick, feather, coop, cluck. Adjectives to describe chickens: feathered, fluffy, noisy.Verbs to describe chickens' actions: cluck, crow, peck, scratch.


Do chickens have bums?

Chickens have a rectal (cloacal) region, but it is not fully bifurcated as in mammals.


Do silkie chickens have feathers on their feet?

Yes, silkie chickens have feathers on their feet. This feature, known as feathered feet, is a characteristic trait of the breed and is prized for its unique appearance. Feathered feet help protect the chickens' legs and feet in colder climates.


Do female chickens have feathers on their feet?

Some breeds of chickens, such a Cochins, grow feathers on their feet. However, the males of those breeds also have feathered feet, so it's not specific to gender - only to breed.


When are chickens old enough to no have a light?

If you are using the light as a heat source then the light can be removed when they are fully feathered at about 6 weeks or when the temperature in the brooder box equals the temperature outside. 60F is a suitable temperature to sustain a chick older than 6 weeks.


Do chickens get skinned alive?

Traditionally, the throat is slit, then the chicken is strung up to allow the blood to drain before being de-feathered.


How old do Rhode Island red chickens have to be before they can keep there selves warm with out a light?

Once they are fully feathered. Each breed will feather out at its own pace but most will not need a light for warmth after about 3 to 4 weeks. Full feather usually takes about 8 to 12 weeks.


Do kiwi chicks have feathers when they hatch?

Yes. When kiwi chicks hatch, they are fully feathered and well-developed.


How old is a peachick when they learn to fly?

Peachicks are born fully feathered and can fly within 1-2weeks.