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Yes It would not usually be a problem. The young rooster will "bother" the old girls a little at first but soon learn to leave them alone. It only takes a few days for them to form a group and the rooster will keep them safe.

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It's generally not recommended to house a young cockerel with old hens, as the cockerel may be too boisterous and could potentially harm the hens. It's best to introduce young birds to birds of a similar age to ensure they can establish a pecking order without causing harm.

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