How long can hens store sperm??

Aug 7, 2020
249
352
131
We recently separated one of our hens from the rest of the flock and cracked and egg and it was still fertile. She's been separated for about a week, outside coop, and it's a bit chilly but she's wintered well and is about 3 years old. I keep thinking it's around 10 days but with cooler temperatures do not know if it changes things. I have some bantams started today and still have a couple open spots. My general hatch rate has been steady during summer/fall at 4/6. Any input is appreciated!! You guys have been such a help-- and it's been 3 years and I finally feel like I'm getting the hang of it. I haven't done a winter hatch yet so this the only question I've really got left at this point.
 

New posts New threads Active threads

Back
Top Bottom