In some countries, foxes are major predators of rabbits and hens. The diet of laying hens also may affect the nutritional quality of eggs. Agriculture officials speculated that adulterated feed given to hens could explain melamine in eggs. Davies stated that she was against caged laying hens. Workshops are also available to those interested in rearing urban hens. Males are polygamous, mating with as many hens as they can. This dealt with the issue of caged hens. The bird is the mascot of the Toledo Mud Hens Minor League Baseball team. The loss of revenue led to the slaughter of four million hens. The old hens also have little commercial value. The records of the last five Toledo Mud Hens seasons are listed below. Berry began the 2013 season playing for the Toledo Mud Hens. At least one credible report exists of a young fox killed by hens. He also was shown in many episodes as a Toledo Mud Hens fan. Saupold began the 2017 season with the Toledo Mud Hens.