Baby Chicks
Baby Chick
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Age: 0–6 weeks old
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Appearance: Small, fluffy down feathers; tiny wings and legs; very delicate
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Care Needs:
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Heat: Needs a brooder or heat source for warmth
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Start around 95°F (35°C) and lower by 5°F each week until fully feathered
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Feed: Starter feed (high protein for rapid growth)
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Water: Fresh, clean water always available
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Protection: Keep safe from drafts, predators, and damp conditions
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Development: Gradually grows feathers and becomes more independent over these weeks
Growth Context
| Stage | Age Range | Key Points |
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| Baby Chick | 0–6 weeks | Fragile, needs heat, starter feed, gradually grows feathers |
| Grower | 6–14 weeks | Mostly feathered, fast-growing, on grower feed |
| Started Pullet | 15–22 weeks | Fully feathered, almost ready to lay eggs |
| Hen | 1 year+ | Adult, laying eggs regularly |