Can You Raise Peacocks and Chickens Together?

Raising peacocks and chickens together is possible and even easier than raising chickens with other types of birds as peacocks are friendly.

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Feed for Both Birds

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Peacock feed is usually more expensive than chicken feed, so feeding all your birds (both peacocks and chickens) with peacock feed will be a waste as the chickens do not need the higher amount of protein.

Housing Chickens and Peacocks

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You need about 10 feet by 10 feet at least for peacocks (because of their train). Chickens, however, do not need that much space (1-2 feet by 1-2 feet per chicken.)

Risks Involved in Raising Chickens and Peacocks Together

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Here are some risks to consider: * Blackhead Disease * Fighting and Competition

Essential Items to Brood Chicks and Peachicks

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* Brooder Box * Bedding * Feed * Clean Water * Heat Lamps or Other Sources of Heat