- Jan 12, 2012
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I have a hen that started getting really broody about a month ago. I let her start setting, and even snuck in a couple eggs to speed things up. I currently have one rooster mixed in with about 30 hens. I realize the ratio is off, however he started as a "she" and I decided that one rooster was okay. Anyhow, I separated the broody hen from the main flock, and placed her in a solitary confinement with food/water. I moved her eggs also. It's been 4+weeks plus since she started, 2 days ago one chick hatched. I assume that's it. No more chicks from this batch. Out of 24 eggs, I'm surprised only one hatched. Thoughts?