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Just did day 8 candling. Out of 22, 12 are developing. Happy with the number as I feel it is too early for mini fuzz bums; although the 3 Broody Mamma’s are screaming in disagreement. I don’t understand why they think -22C is a good time for children. I have tried since December to break them of...

Curious if there is any known benefits to chickens having certain eye colours over another? In pigeon breeding, its common to aim for a more red eye, as it is believed they have a stronger view of distance (which leads to faster racing).