Yes, I truly feel badly for the roosters. I am glad Matt culls them when necessary because I am not cut out for it, though I suppose I should learn one day.
Thanks for the tips on the rooster to hen ratios. We have one really friendly barnyard rooster that takes care of the hens and a Blue Laced Wyandotte rooster that we definitely want to keep.
We will be sure to share our coop progress. I think we will get a better feeling for the flock once their area is expanded. -Aimee