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Do Chickens and Roosters Have Balls?

Roosters do have balls, but they are not visible as they remain inside their body even during mating, while chickens do not have balls. The penis also remains inside the body and a rooster will mate...

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Do Chickens Eat Mice? What You Should Know

Large chickens and roosters do eat mice as these pests are high in calcium and protein, although smaller chickens often ignore them. Eating mice is a health risk to chickens given the germs and...

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How Long Does it Take for a Chicken to Grow to Eating Size

Chickens will reach their typical eating size from 16 to 24 weeks, although every breed is different and so growth do rates vary. Some owners of free-range chickens will not slaughter their hens...

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Quail Eggs VS Chicken Eggs: All You Need To Know

Both quail eggs and chicken eggs are rich in protein, fat and iron with quail eggs being slightly more nutritious. The main drawback is the higher cholesterol levels in quail eggs, although people...

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Dried Mealworms: Should Your Chickens Eat Them?

Chickens can eat mealworms and they are a nutrient-rich addition to your flock’s diet. As protein powerhouses, mealworms increase their egg production, help them during molting, and improve their...

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Do Cats Kill Chickens? Are Cats Safe With Chickens?

Cats generally don't kill adult chickens or pullets due to their sharp beaks, spurs and toenails but are likely to kill baby chicks who are mostly defenceless. That said, they are many things you...

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