Why do cockerels “tid-bit”? If you’ve ever seen a cockerel repetitively pick up food and drop it whilst making a series of quick soft clucking sounds and looking around, you’ve witnessed tid-bitting! The ladies love it and will rush to him! This behaviour is part of a cockerels natural courtship ritual and way of ensuring his position as top husband! By calling the hens over to food he’s found– he’s proving he can find resources for the flock and it shows that he’s a good provider, making him mo

Why do Chickens Cluck After Laying an Egg? 🎶 🐓🥚 There are a few theories as to why chickens cluck in sing a song after they lay an egg. Some think it’s because they’re just so darn proud of themselves others think it’s to ward off predators, but I think there’s another reason.. . . . #backyardchickens #chickensofinstagram #happychickens #chickensofinsta #raisingchickens #homestead #backyardhomesteading | Earth, Nails & Tails