I am looking to get a game camera setup around my coop to keep tabs on things. What brand/model do you all recommend?
We have two ... and I can't tell you what the name or model is ... When we check them this weekend I will post it. One thing for sure, when you watch it, you will go ... I didn't know they were anywhere near the house. ( Or that is what I done when the first picture was of a coyote.) I know they are here, I hear them but to see one on the top ridge ... And don't get me started on the panthers ... the ones that we don't have. I love our trail cams even if they are a little spooky at times.
Both of our game cams are Moultrie, one game spy and the other a mini ... We have had no problems with either ... Hope this helps ..
I would spend the money needed for game cams on improving the coop. It doesn't matter what you see, especially if you see them kill your chickens. Improve the coop and you won't have to worry about what might be out there.
I've used the cheapest WildGame Innovations units I could find....less than $40 each and one is enough typically!!! Below is a link to a cheap but reliable camera I've used for years; http://shop.sportsmansguide.com/net...s-20-mp-digital-game-camera.aspx?a=946776&e=Y Game Cameras are a GREAT tool for the poultry keeper....you can determine what is trying to get into your coop at night and find those "weak" spots in advance. It will tell you what you need to do regarding traps or fire-power!!! Coyotes and Fox are not as easy to trap as some would think and a 12 ga is good medicine if you dont mind sitting out in the dark a few times with a good light. Raccoons are the most common problem in my area and I have killed over 30 this summer and the game cameras helped me determine where they are coming from so I could set traps in the best locations!
Thats a great tip, I've got a couple, haven't used them for this yet. But I plan to if the need arises.. I play a radio on medium volume and have a bug zapper light on the side of the coop, the combination work great and I have plenty of predators, have killed many coyotes off my porch some less than 20 yards.
