broody or not broody?

[cburnstein]

I just noticed today she is also losing alot of her feathers on her underside. Is this from sitting in the nest to much? I dont want any babies so I wont be getting any fertilized eggs for her to hatch. Sounds like I will have to just wait it out.

 

[CochinBrahmaLover]

I just noticed today she is also losing alot of her feathers on her underside. Is this from sitting in the nest to much? I dont want any babies so I wont be getting any fertilized eggs for her to hatch. Sounds like I will have to just wait it out.

On her breast, or butt area?


If you dont have room for chickens sell the chicks, good way to get a little pocket money

 

[calvincoop]

I just noticed today she is also losing alot of her feathers on her underside.  Is this from sitting in the nest to much?  I dont want any babies so I wont be getting any fertilized eggs for her to hatch.   Sounds like I will have to just wait it out.

hens actually pull their own feathers out because direct contact with the skin keeps the eggs warmer.

 

[calvincoop]

hens actually pull their own feathers out because direct contact with the skin keeps the eggs warmer.

they also will use the feathers to line their nest.

 

[cburnstein]

The missing feathers are on her belly area. Thanks for the help.