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How long is sperm active?

Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by city farm 1, Jan 23, 2015.

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  1. Jan 23, 2015 #1
    city farm 1

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    I want to add a new rooster? How long is the old rooster sperm active?
     
  2. Jan 23, 2015 #2
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    standard rule of thumb is 3 weeks.
     
  3. Jan 23, 2015 #3
    scflock

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    Are you asking how old the rooster can be and still be fertile?
     

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