Thanks for replies. I guess I'll not worry. Weather has cooled down for awhile and deer haven't stepped on nest. Loud field mower & construction noise doesn't seem to bother her. One Tough Q Hen!
Please help me help this Wild Quail Hen! I can't stand watching her "panting" for hours in the heat! If 21 days is about normal for hatching then these eggs can't be good. It's been 4-5 WEEKS. Do I kick her off this nest or just let her quit in the fall!? First time I ever looked at her she...
A wild Quail made a nest about 15' from house & 5' from upper Deck. She has sat on 10 eggs for a LONG time and dealt with tractor noise, remodel noise Hot Weather High Winds etc etc. I have tried to disturb as little as possible but still work on house. Seems like it has been way too long...