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What to do with a random chicken that randomly showed up at my house?

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So, a feathered friend has unexpectedly graced your yard, and now you’re left wondering what to do next! This random hen seems to have claimed your property as her temporary home, and while she’s keeping her distance, she’s also giving you a delightful glimpse into the quirky world of chickens. It’s fantastic that you’ve started providing her with chicken food and that she’s making herself comfortable near the bird feeders. However, the question remains: should you try to catch her and offer her a cozy coop? With a little patience and creativity, you can create a safe space for her while respecting her skittish nature. Let’s explore some engaging options to help your unexpected guest feel at home and keep her safe from the elements!
What to do with a random chicken that randomly showed up at my house?
What to do with a random chicken that randomly showed up at my house?

A random hen showed up at my house about three weeks ago and I'm unsure what to do with her. None of my neighbors have chickens so she's not theirs and I haven't seen anyone else around with them either. My yard is 1 acre and surrounded by woods and bamboo. She stays along the perimeter of the woods and will come within ten feet of the house front door where I have bird feeders to eat the seed on the ground.

I bought some chicken food and have been leaving her piles out under the bird feeder and along where I see her most often next to the woods. She's skittish and will run away cackling if we startle her but won't run completely away, just far enough that no one could get her and then stare at you. She doesn't trust anyone enough to come near if you call her and shake a cup of food but she will stay just out of reach and come eat the food when I go back inside.

Should I try to catch her, build a coop and see if she sleeps in it? I'm worried about her sleeping in the bamboo and want to do something for her.

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