Owlbeards

 Had a series of unfortunate events with free-ranging my chickens, the predators just got too smart and then coupled up with some life changes. I have not had chickens for the past year.. but after a visit from a neighboring flock, my heart has made me aware of this love still exists and I decided to begin again. And I picked another heritage rare breed to start. These are very interesting cause. There supposed to be cold hardy. Which I enjoy because it's less work in winter. Plus the beard is so cute. 

First week thoughts. 

Very hardy breed. They are very active. And do not need heat lamp ( temps are around 85 with high humidty) ofc im waking up several times a night to ensure their comfort level as the temps naturally dip. 

Enclosure. I needed to expand my indoor run. Bought about 200 feet worth of galvanized hardware cloth. With my family's help, we have about 4th of the way done.  

Coloration. Yes they are from a black and lemon flock so the variety is wide. And always will be. Found a check list online for them and have done some assessment. I think i have one homogenous pure lemon male.  

Thanks for checking in. SOF.