Meghan Markle shared a cryptic one Instagram post about her chickens amid reports of her abandoning the birds California when her family moves to Britain.
The flock, which includes a rescue named Silkie, will be cared for by staff at their Montecito property until they return, it is understood.
However, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex are planning to take their dogs Mia and Pula to Britain.
This afternoon, the Duchess of Sussex shared a post on her Instagram story, saying: ‘People who care for chickens are literally chicken tenders.’
The birds of the family, which appeared on the Duchess Netflix program, living in a chicken coop called ‘Archie’s Chick Inn’ on the grounds of their home.
Archie, aged seven, is said to love the chickens and has been seen caring for them in videos shared by Meghan.
The chickens, who appeared on the Duchess’ Netflix show, live in a coop called ‘Archie’s Chick Inn’ in the grounds of their home
The Duchess of Sussex shared a post on her Instagram story, which read: ‘People who care for chickens are literally chicken tenders’
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit the Royal Children’s Hospital in Melbourne in April
The Sussexes’ decision to leave the chickens in the US could be seen as a sign that they plan to spend time in California, The Telegraph reports.
The family, who have lived in the US for six years, arrive in Britain this week ahead of Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, who started school.
They are planning an ‘extended stay’ in Britain and will move to a non-royal residence and will not be working royals.
Decisions about whether taxpayers will foot the bill for their security remain unanswered, as does the exact reason for their decision to move.
After Harry’s level of protection changed when he stepped down as a working royal in 2020, he has faced a protracted legal battle with the Home Office over security for him and his family while they are in Britain.
The Prince and Princess of Wales, who were holidaying with the King at Balmoral in Scotland, have yet to comment on the news of their return.
William – the future king – is estranged from his brother following Harry’s controversial claims about the royal family in the aftermath of Megxit.
Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan’s return was only communicated to the king three days before the bombshell news became public on Wednesday evening.
The family, who have lived in the US for six years, arrive in Britain this week before Prince Archie, seven, and Princess Lilibet, five, start school.
King Charles with Harry at Windsor Castle after the death of Queen Elizabeth II in September 2022
The Sussexes moved to California more than six years ago, amid the turbulent Megxit crisis.
This was then followed by ongoing family feuds and a barrage of accusations against the Prince and Princess of Wales and the King and Queen Camilla.
Rumors are swirling about where Harry and Meghan will settle, with suggestions including rural locations in the Cotswolds in Oxfordshire or Gloucestershire.
The King is said to be happy to spend more time with the Sussexes, but remains adamant they will not be royals, and there is no half-in, half-out option.
Archie and Lili are expected to start at their new school in early September.
There will be no photos of the children when they go to school and on their birthdays, as there are for working royals, it is understood.
The Sussexes maintain their homes in Montecito, California; and Portugal, while the Duchess will continue to run her lifestyle brand As Ever from their new base.
A new YouGov poll, conducted the day after the surprise U-turn, found that 33 percent believe the King’s youngest son and the former Suits star should not return, while 45 percent don’t know.
Less than a quarter (21 percent) were in favor of the Sussexes moving from the US.
