In some cases, rats can attack and kill chicks, especially when they are young and weak. Starved wild rats might also target grown chickens in the coop. Rats are also harmful to chickens because they may have fleas, lice, and other kinds of diseases that can hurt your chicks and flock. Rats can kill chickens by exposing them to dangerous infections and … Read more
Male ducks cannot lay eggs because they do not have ovaries that can facilitate egg production. One of the main functions of an ovary in female ducks is to produce eggs. Since the males do not have this, they do not stand a chance to lay eggs in any way. A female duck can transform … Read more
Rats are among the predators that steal and eat chicken eggs. They can also attack and kill young chicks. It is common to have rats and mice attempting to find their way into the coop as they are only after food. Rats use their sharp teeth to crack the shell open in order to eat the egg’s … Read more
Rats in a chicken coop are attracted by the chicken feed, droppings, and fresh eggs. Since the coop is always warm and comfortable, rats can easily live and survive in it. Even if they do not make a habitat inside the coop, rats will keep coming back, especially if they can find food. Signs of rats … Read more
