One of the first buildings you’ll probably get in Stardew Valley is a coop, which allows you to keep a number of different animals. In line with this thought, today, we’re looking at some of the key things you should know about the coop in Stardew Valley, including what it is, how you get it, the materials required, and what coops allow you to
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What Do Coops Allow Me to Rear in Stardew Valley?
Coops allow you to rear a number of different animals in Stardew Valley, which can only be housed in the coop. Coop animals can be allowed out to graze in the day, but they cannot be kept in other buildings (such as in your horse stable or barn).
The species that are available to rear in coops include:
It’s worth noting here that different coop upgrades unlock different types of animals; for example, in a basic coop, the only animals you can keep are regular brown and white chickens (and blue hens, once you have unlocked them). However, once you upgrade your coop to a big coop or deluxe coop, you’ll be able to raise a different range of animals.
Regular Coops
Regular coops are the very first type of coop you can build, and these are unfortunately the most limited in terms of what you can rear. However, they do come with the benefit of bein much cheaper and easier to build.
Regular coops allow you to keep regular brown, white, and blue chickens. They have a maximum capacity of four birds. They also come with a hay hopper (that connects to your silo) and feeding benches.
Big Coops
Big coops are the first coop upgrade you can complete, and these open up a lot of new opportunities. Big coops allow you to purchase ducks from Marnie’s Ranch, and if you’re lucky enough to get hold of an egg, they also allow you to hatch void chickens, dinosaurs, and golden chickens.
Along with the big coop, you’ll also be provided with an incubator, which allows you to hatch most eggs rather than having to buy them. Some animals, such as dinosaurs and void chickens, can only be obtained by hatching eggs. However, it’s worth noting that ostrich eggs cannot be hatched in a regular incubator.
The big coop allows you to keep up to eight animals in the coop in total.
Deluxe Coops
The highest quality coop you can build in Stardew Valley is the deluxe coop, which also opens up rabbits for your coop. Along with this, the deluxe coop expands the amount of space available, so that you can keep up to twelve animals at a time.
One of the best features of the deluxe coop upgrade is the addition of a brand new autofeed system. This makes it an excellent option to consider if you’re looking to make your farm more streamlined.
How Do I Build a Coop in Stardew Valley?
Building a coop in Stardew Valley is incredibly easy. Simply head to Robin the Carpenter’s shop and ask her to build a coop; this will cost 4,000g for the first basic coop, and you will need to provide 300 wood and 100 stone. From there, you can then upgrade your coops to a big coop for 10,000g, 400 wood, and 150 stone, and finally, a deluxe coop for 20,000g with 500 wood and 200 stone.
If you do not have the materials needed to build a coop in Stardew Valley, you can always purchase these directly from Robin. However, this becomes very expensive quickly. As such, it’s often better to collect as much wood and stone as you can during the early game so that you have materials ready once you can afford the upgrade.
Another factor that’s important to keep in mind from day one is the stability of your server. Luckily, a premium ScalaCube server can provide constant uptime and a lag-free gaming experience, so you won’t have to worry about your game going down unexpectedly.
Remember: many species and features are exclusive to upgraded coops, so don’t just settle for several small, basic coops if you want to expand your farm; investing in bigger coops is a must to make the most of them!
keep.
What Do Coops Allow Me to Rear in Stardew Valley?
Coops allow you to rear a number of different animals in Stardew Valley, which can only be housed in the coop. Coop animals can be allowed out to graze in the day, but they cannot be kept in other buildings (such as in your horse stable or barn).The species that are available to rear in coops include:
- Chickens (brown, white, blue, void, and golden)
- Ducks
- Rabbits
- Dinosaurs
It’s worth noting here that different coop upgrades unlock different types of animals; for example, in a basic coop, the only animals you can keep are regular brown and white chickens (and blue hens, once you have unlocked them). However, once you upgrade your coop to a big coop or deluxe coop, you’ll be able to raise a different range of animals.
Regular Coops
Regular coops are the very first type of coop you can build, and these are unfortunately the most limited in terms of what you can rear. However, they do come with the benefit of bein much cheaper and easier to build.Regular coops allow you to keep regular brown, white, and blue chickens. They have a maximum capacity of four birds. They also come with a hay hopper (that connects to your silo) and feeding benches.
Big Coops
Big coops are the first coop upgrade you can complete, and these open up a lot of new opportunities. Big coops allow you to purchase ducks from Marnie’s Ranch, and if you’re lucky enough to get hold of an egg, they also allow you to hatch void chickens, dinosaurs, and golden chickens.Along with the big coop, you’ll also be provided with an incubator, which allows you to hatch most eggs rather than having to buy them. Some animals, such as dinosaurs and void chickens, can only be obtained by hatching eggs. However, it’s worth noting that ostrich eggs cannot be hatched in a regular incubator.
The big coop allows you to keep up to eight animals in the coop in total.
Deluxe Coops
The highest quality coop you can build in Stardew Valley is the deluxe coop, which also opens up rabbits for your coop. Along with this, the deluxe coop expands the amount of space available, so that you can keep up to twelve animals at a time. One of the best features of the deluxe coop upgrade is the addition of a brand new autofeed system. This makes it an excellent option to consider if you’re looking to make your farm more streamlined.
How Do I Build a Coop in Stardew Valley?
Building a coop in Stardew Valley is incredibly easy. Simply head to Robin the Carpenter’s shop and ask her to build a coop; this will cost 4,000g for the first basic coop, and you will need to provide 300 wood and 100 stone. From there, you can then upgrade your coops to a big coop for 10,000g, 400 wood, and 150 stone, and finally, a deluxe coop for 20,000g with 500 wood and 200 stone.If you do not have the materials needed to build a coop in Stardew Valley, you can always purchase these directly from Robin. However, this becomes very expensive quickly. As such, it’s often better to collect as much wood and stone as you can during the early game so that you have materials ready once you can afford the upgrade.
Another factor that’s important to keep in mind from day one is the stability of your server. Luckily, a premium ScalaCube server can provide constant uptime and a lag-free gaming experience, so you won’t have to worry about your game going down unexpectedly.
FAQs
Which is the largest type of coop in Stardew Valley?
All Stardew Valley coops have the same footprint (6x3 tiles). However, the largest coop in terms of usable space is the deluxe coop, which allows you to keep up to 12 animals.
Which coop upgrade do I need to hatch eggs?
An incubator is included in the first coop upgrade (the big coop) in Stardew Valley. The regular incubator allows you to hatch chicken, duck, and dinosaur eggs. However, you will need to craft a dedicated ostrich egg incubator to hatch ostrich eggs.
Can I get a free coop in Stardew Valley?
The only way to get a free coop in Stardew Valley is to start the game with the Meadowlands Farm map. This map also provides the player with two free chickens and fifteen pieces of hay, in place of the normal parsnip seeds.
Final Thoughts
Coops in Stardew Valley are incredibly useful buildings, especially in the early game (when they can allow you to get your first livestock on the farm). However, it’s worth remembering that there are several different upgrades that your coops can undergo, and being aware of this can help you decide on the right type of building to erect on your farm, too.Remember: many species and features are exclusive to upgraded coops, so don’t just settle for several small, basic coops if you want to expand your farm; investing in bigger coops is a must to make the most of them!