Is Light Necessary During Brooding? 

By Joshua Kato 

Yes, it is. This is because it, for example, helps the chicks see the feeds and water. 

Light must be provided for the first three days of brooding. This means that as the sun goes down, put an artificial source of light in the brooder area. 

You need at least five bulbs for a house with 500 chicks or at least three lanterns for 500 chicks.