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Bonded roosters?
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Ah, the delightful dilemma of bonded roosters! It sounds like your two Bielefelders have formed quite the bromance, prioritizing each other over their feathered responsibilities. While their lack of aggression toward humans is a bonus, it seems they’ve taken their job as guardians a bit too lightly—leaving one of your hens feeling like the odd bird out. Chickens can be quirky creatures, and it’s not uncommon for roosters to become more focused on friendship than flock protection. If you’re considering rehoming one to shift their priorities, keep in mind that dynamics can change when the flock is altered. Let’s dive into the cluck-tastic world of rooster behavior and explore the best ways to ensure your girls feel safe and included!
 | I got 2 Bielefelders that hatched together and they seem to be bonded? They mostly just hangout with each other and don’t seem to care about keeping an eye on the girls while free ranging. They aren’t human aggressive which is fantastic but i noticed they’re the reason one of the hens is an outcast. I saw her hiding from the boys and she made a break for it to a different area of the yard, and they briefly chased her. Obviously, they’re not doing their job. I’m wondering if getting rid of one will shift the others priorities? My main purpose of having a roo is for protection but theyre too busy being bros to care about the girls. 🙄 [link] [comments] |
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