Do possums kill chickens?

Discussion in 'Predators and Pests' started by icefolks, Nov 21, 2011. read more

When they kill adult chickens, they will take one or more, and leave remains quite similar to what a raccoon leaves: the body or bodies will usually be left where they were killed, rather than carried away. read more

An opossum that gets into your coop or run will target eggs and young chicks, but they are certainly known to kill adult chickens as well. Small bantams are especially at risk. When they kill adult chickens, they will take one or more, and leave remains quite similar to what a raccoon leaves: the body or bodies will usually be left where they were killed, rather than carried away. read more