When we get close to the allotment we call for Henry. Without fail, we unlock the gate to impatient boks and burbles. As soon as the gate is swung open, the harem pours out onto the grass path and starts nibbling grasstops.
Today I counted 7 black girls plus Henry (plus Nora and Batty,). One of the Littlees had obviously attached herself to the harem.
The remaining Littlees, 2 black girls plus Big Bird and Princess, were wandering around as their own little flock.
In between checking the feeders, I kept an eye on the newest member of the harem. She mingled amongst the established hens without problem. She got pecks on the head when she got too close, but they were more of a "Oi", rather than an annoyed "OY!!!!!!!".
Doesn't mean she'll be roosting with the Establishment, but so far so good.
