Broody-ish Goose - set twice?

BrukeyBrooke

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Apr 10, 2020
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I have an almost one year old goose and gander pair. I have never seen them mate but believe they have because several of her first eggs appeared to be fertile (small white spot on the yolk) when I cooked them up. Toward what I assumed was the end of her egg-laying season, I let her keep several to set on, as she showed clear signs of broodiness. She set for two weeks, gave up, and I found no development, indicating to me they were not fertile.

Here’s the twist: she laid another egg last night about a week and a half after giving up her nest.

Is it possible/likely for her to go broody again? She’s defending her nest again like before. I’m contemplating ordering some fertile eggs for her since my gander may not be up to the task. 😆
 

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