Heating Plate Chick Warmer Size:Large Mini plastic steer head

Mini plastic steer head

The School House birdfeeder is part of an extensive Village Collection of feeders

Product Form:  Mini-Cube size:  1/4" diameter x 3/4" length

but with lighter material for protection on the go

Heating Plate Chick Warmer Size:Large Mini plastic steer headHeating plate simulates a hen keeping chicks warm and cozy beneath her feathers. Uses much less electricity than a heat lamp only 22 watts (66 for larger plate) vs 175 250 watts for a heat lamp; less risk of fire because of the much lower surface temperature (125). Directions: Use legs to set height low enough so it almost touches backs of chicks. As chicks grow, adjust legs to increase height. Additional Information Small keeps up to 20 chicks warm;