May 24, 2009 · This week I've had 2 chickens killed in their coop. The only entrance for anything to get in would be a gap from the loft or a couple of places that is about 2" wide x 12" long or …

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 …

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 11, 2019 · If you have a game camera put it up you may find out what is killing your ducks. I see predators on my cameras most nights roaming around on my property.

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 …

Nov 8, 2014 · I had a stray dog kill 20 of my chickens this weekend and I was wondering what kind of rooster would possibly fight off predators like dogs. I was thinking a Malay or Jersey …

Aug 1, 2017 · What type of animal bites the head off a chicken and leaves the rest of the body? These past two weeks have been rough, three of my chickens got killed, but only their heads …

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 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!

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, …