egg production is half of what it was in late spring, early summer. come on fall ! These barred rock birds I added to my flock sure are some pretty birds. They are almost twice the size of my reds.
I love my bards and they are really pretty...seems like the dang hawks like them too!!!
I've never had a problem with hawks but I have had problems with coons and possums. I have a jack Russell that has become part of the flock. he does good at protecting them.