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peck hole in brooding egg still good?

Discussion in 'Incubating & Hatching Eggs' started by chvojka, Nov 8, 2009.

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  1. Nov 8, 2009 #1
    chvojka

    chvojka Out Of The Brooder

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    I checked my eggs under the hen today and found a single peck hole in the shell. Have 1-1/2 weeks to go. Will it survive?
     
  3. Nov 8, 2009 #2
    rebelcowboysnb

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    It may but I don't think it has much of a chance.
     
  5. Nov 9, 2009 #3
    Toast n Jelly

    Toast n Jelly Chillin' With My Peeps

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    Would putting a tiny piece of tape be possible or a little melted wax on it? Hope it makes it.
     

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