Broody hen questions

chucky'sclucky

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10 Years
Feb 23, 2009
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What do I expect? We have a hen sitting on 4 eggs since the 16 or a day or two earlier. When should we expect to see some babies, if they hatch? Should we seperate her and her nest? Our rooster is a huge thing that tends to injury the hens. I'm worried about the chicks, but don't want to move the nest if it will effect the hen sitting on them. What do I need to know that would to be in a "what to expect when your expecting chicks" book:) TIA -D-
 
Her chicks should hatch today or tomorrow. Incubation period 21 - 22 days. If you are worried about your hen, move her nest and all to a special chick only area.
Should we separate her and her nest?

If you can pick her up nest and all would best.
What do I need to know that would to be in a "what to expect when your expecting chicks" book

Chirping of chicks, your hen might peck at you, seeing a momma in action.

Could you possibly make a temporary shelter for your hen and her chicks? - this wil help a lot.​
 

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