Some say 3 to 4 sq. ft. per chicken, which would equal 10-11 chickens in a 4x8 coop. However, several different websites advertise their 4x8 chicken coops can house 15-20 chickens.
How many chickens will a 4x6 Coop hold?
Cottage Style 4x6 Chicken Coop (up to 15 chickens)
How many chickens can fit in a 5x8 coop?
24 chickens
How much space do I need for 12 chickens?
3 square feet per chicken x 12 chickens = 36 sq feet of open chicken room. This means that you will need a 6 foot x 6 foot open coop area for the 12 chickens, plus the area needed for their furniture. Personally, I'd build a 8 foot x 10 foot coop to comfortably accommodate everything.Mar 4, 2019
How many chickens can fit in a 6x6 coop?
The easy answer is that you can keep 9 standard sized chickens in a 6' x 6' coop if you have 90 square feet or more of outside space they can access most of the time.Nov 12, 2010
How many chickens can fit in a 4x5 coop?
Our 4' x 5' Lean Too Coop Specs at a Glance: Estimated space for 8 to 10 chickens.
What size coop do I need for 8 chickens?
Thus, a 4′ by 8′ coop would be adequate for about 8 birds. If you keep your chickens confined to the coop at all times, then you should provide 10 square feet per bird.Aug 2, 2011