12 weeks old
12 weeks old on Alektorophobia: a running collection of 2 stories we have gathered and hand-picked because they are worth your time. Every post here touches on 12 weeks old in some way — the news, the analysis, the deep dives, and the occasional surprise find. Chickens. Everything there is to know about chickens and the fear of them. New stories are added to this page as we find them, so check back if you want to keep up with what is happening around 12 weeks old, or subscribe to the RSS feed to get them as soon as they are published. Browse the collection below, or head back to the homepage to see everything Alektorophobia is covering right now.
What breed of chickens are these?
Identifying chicken breeds can be a cluck-tastic challenge, especially when starting with chicks! /u/goldqueen88 is seeking help recognizing their feathered friends, who are currently around 12 weeks old. TSC (That Southern Coop) initially identified the gray chicken with fluffy legs as a Midnight Maran and the black and white one as a Sicilian Buttercup, but they aren’t quite sure. It's a common conundrum – sometimes those little chicks can throw a curveball! If you’ve ever felt confused about chicken identification, you’re not alone; check out /u/johnnysubarashi’s “So confused” post for a relatable experience. Can you lend a hand in identifying these beauties? Share your breed guesses in the comments below!
Integratinghens
Good afternoon, /u/Healthy-Delay-1672! Expanding your flock is an *egg-citing* prospect! Integrating new hens into an existing group, especially around 12 weeks of age, requires careful consideration. While you're right to be mindful of age differences—it *can* complicate things—it's certainly possible to add to your Rhode Island Reds and Isa Browns now. The key is a slow, gradual introduction to minimize stress and potential pecking order squabbles. We recommend a period of quarantine and supervised introductions. Adding two hens at once might be less disruptive than a larger group. For more insight into identifying your chickens, check out our article, "Rooster or Hen?!" to ensure you're welcoming the right additions. We're here to help you navigate this *cluck-tastic* journey!