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Chickens

At Kuckucksmuehle we decided to get a couple of Marans chickens.

Chickens are vulnerable animals and need protection. As we have to count with our neighbours Ms. Raccoon an Mr. Fox, we installed a coop and a fence. Because chickens are more likely to be attacked during the night, the door of the coop must be closed every evening.

Chickens eat a lot of different things. There are, however, important things to know about their diet.

What you should never give to the chickens, because it might kill them:

  • Dried or raw beans
  • Moldy food
  • Avocado skin or stone (flesh is OK in moderation)
  • Green potatoes or green tomatoes
  • Chocolate

What they don't like:

  • Onion
  • Raw potato (apparently)

What you can give:

  • Eggshell (yes, nature is strange)
  • Bread, rice, noodles, …

What they love:

  • Worms
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