Poultry Farming What is the number one killer of chickens? March 10, 2026 by Tanp | Leave a Comment The number one killer of chickens, by a significant margin, is predation. This includes attacks from wild animals like foxes, raccoons, hawks, and even domestic pets such as dogs and cats. Disease is another major cause of chicken mortality, but predation events often result in the sudden loss of multiple birds, making it the most […] Read more ยป