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 …

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 …

Nov 29, 2024 · The small openings are key—they’re tight enough to keep out even the sneakiest predators, while still allowing ventilation and visibility. Unlike chicken wire, which is flimsy and …

Aug 19, 2011 · As a new owner of a couple Emus, can anyone share with me any of the experiences they have had with emus and predators? I figure the young are vulnerable to …

Aug 15, 2025 · While many predators sneak in under cover of darkness, hawks like to go for a dramatic midday strike. They swoop down fast, grab a chicken, and are gone before you can …

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 …

Jul 28, 2018 · Maybe minimal wire gauges for predators like: coon, possum, and then minimal wire gauges for something bigger like bobcat, or coyote. I think specific answers would really …

Nov 27, 2013 · If you do have a problem with eagle predation in your flock, rather look into other preventative measures to protect your flock. For more discussions on eagles and how to deter …

Apr 12, 2011 · Looking at my rooster he's got to be over 10 pounds and his spurs are gnarly... it has got me wondering what kind of creatures a rooster can hold off. I would suspect a …

Jan 23, 2009 · What kind of predator--wild or domestic--would take only the head and neck of a chicken, leaving the rest of the chicken undamaged? I have lost too many chickens now to this …