So, I put a dozen eggs under a broody hen 21 days ago, and now I can see one chick and hear some more under Momma. I would like to know how many have hatched and clean up the nest, but I am a little reluctant to mess with Momma, in case there are eggs in the middle of the process that need her cover.
I heard the first "peep" just before dark last night and caught the first glimpse of a chick peeking out from under her this morning. How long should I be patient?
Should I get them out of the nest and into the coop with the food and water, or make sure the food and water is there and let Momma do the leading?
I heard the first "peep" just before dark last night and caught the first glimpse of a chick peeking out from under her this morning. How long should I be patient?
Should I get them out of the nest and into the coop with the food and water, or make sure the food and water is there and let Momma do the leading?
