Broody silkie take care of chicks past adolescents

SilkieObession

Chirping
7 Years
Jul 12, 2012
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Eugene, Oregon
Hey everyone,

I just wanted to post to share with you something I have never seen before. I have one silkie hen who raises her first brood who had her first broody siting at 5 years old. Never before has she been a mother. 2 years ago she had her first clutch and ever since has been taking care of her babies will past 1 year old!

Isnt that insaine! I see her all the time tell her full grown children where the treats are and water.

Her babies are a polish hen and one bald neck serama, and they have never rousted a day in their lives, they still NEST WITH HER, dispite having a low set roosting bar.

Isnt that weird, has anyone seen this before?

Share stories and photos please I'll upload mine in a few days!
 

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