Wintertime broodiness! I don't get it, but what can I do but give them eggs? I'm now up to 5 full time broodies and I'm just going with it instead of breaking them (2 others hatched in late Dec and mid January). Many days the highs don't get above freezing. Living on a mountain, the snow is still 6 inches deep and more on the way. High winds and bitter windchill every week. Every one is a Svart Hona or a special mix of a Svart Hona. Would the timing of there birth effect when they do this? I feel like we have silkies. This is happening in 3 different coops. This breed is awesome. Outstanding mothers as well. Pic is 2 broodies the day before hatch, and another girl staring at me laying an egg while saying hi.
