Chickens, being opportunistic omnivores, are well-known for their ability to reduce insect populations. Their love of being in the open air and sunshine, exercising and satisfying their curiosity foraging for tasty morsels will significantly diminish the number of bugs and pests in your garden. But not all insects make for a healthy and nutritional snack for your flock. Here’s the lowdown on the good, the bad and the ugly.