Nest Box Calculator
How many boxes and what size
Nest boxes needed
2
1 box per 4 hens
Box dimensions
12" cube
Width x depth x height
Placement tips
- Mount boxes at least 18 inches off the ground but lower than the roost bars, or hens will sleep in them.
- Keep boxes dim and semi-private. Hens prefer quiet corners.
- Line each box with 3-4 inches of pine shavings or straw.