Is this egg fertile?

[racuda]

So far I haven't seen a clear bullseye on my Silkie eggs. I' trimmed feathers on everybody and still no clear evidence.

This egg has a spot that doesn't look completely solid, but it doesn't have a really distinct center like my other chicken's eggs. What do you think?

 

[lil'chicken]

I'm going to say no... But I'm not an expert by any means.

 

[iajewel]

I see the spot, its light, but there. I would say no because you would want to see a much more distinct spot. has the hen been away from the rooster for a while?

 

[racuda]

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The 2 roosters and 2 hens were hatched July of last year. They have always been together. I think the roosters haven't quite figured out the finer points yet.

 

[iajewel]

Im no expert, but there is a spot, just not a good one. Maybe they are trying but the roos aren't fertile yet? or enough ? who knows.. there is something there. Stick one in the bator and find out? you will know in a week if you see veins.

 

[racuda]

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That is a great idea! I have a hen sitting on Guinea eggs. I'll put one under her.