Oct 14, 2025 · Here are some more articles on how you can protect your flock from predators: Top 10 Ways to Protect Your Chickens from Predators Common Predators to Look Out For In The Fall …

Feb 26, 2023 · I would do some more reading on each of these predators. Figure out what exactly did this to your chicken and make a plan. If it is a bear or mountain lion you are probably going to need …

Feb 5, 2021 · Predators and Pests Forum - Please read here first. DuckLady May 12, 2007 Replies 1 Views 55K Dec 16, 2008

Mar 14, 2014 · Owls are ambush predators, that like to hide in the foliage and then drop on to unsuspecting critters. Flashers: These can be a good deterrent, and can be a good cheap way to …

Jan 27, 2010 · The only sound I know that repels predators but not my birds is me running hell-bent-for-leather across my land waving my arms like a screwy windmill and screaming at the top of my lungs.. …

Dec 21, 2016 · Some predators like to take it away or eat it there or don't eat it at all and kill for fun. Today I'm going to show and tell you about your common chicken pests and how to get rid of them.

Mar 18, 2013 · I live in the Midwest. I'm curious as to what animals, besides dogs, are known for digging under coops to get at the chickens? Opossums? Racoons? Thanks!

Jul 12, 2010 · We have a run, outside our chicken coop, that is made of chain link fencing and is six feet tall. It also has a standard gate entrance with extra wire around the gate so that the chickens can't …

Oct 7, 2007 · Among flying predators, owls strike at night, hawks swoop down in daylight. Rodents Rats and mice are a particularly insidious type of predator. They re everywhere, breed like rats, and can t …

Apr 28, 2021 · Aerial predators can aim for one of your chickens, swoop in, and be gone in a matter of seconds. The top of the run should also be covered to prevent attacks from hawks and the like. At …