Double yolk eggs

[George8207]

I have a white leghorn which lays double yolk eggs about every other day. One of her eggs was put under the hen which just hatched 5. There were 9 eggs in total, but only 4 hatched. So, I have twins. I put 2 double yolk eggs under the currently sitting hen and am hoping they also hatch. Is this a good idea?

 

[rIrs roost]

I have a white leghorn which lays double yolk eggs about every other day. One of her eggs was put under the hen which just hatched 5. There were 9 eggs in total, but only 4 hatched. So, I have twins. I put 2 double yolk eggs under the currently sitting hen and am hoping they also hatch. Is this a good idea?

So the double yoker hatched? Are they both in good health? I've heard that It's rare for both to live even if they do hatch.

 

[George8207]

Both are healthy. Almost identical, but not entirely. Both smaller than the other chicks.

 

[rIrs roost]

Both are healthy. Almost identical, but not entirely. Both smaller than the other chicks.

Wow that's great. If you could post pics I'd love to see them.

 

[rIrs roost]

Oh I apologize. Welcome to byc!!!

 

[George8207]

Unfortunately I don't know how to transfer pics from my old cellphone to my computer in order to post it. I will try to take a picture but can't promise when it will be accomplished. My daughter is visiting in just over a week, perhaps she can do it for me.