lucy4
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Post by lucy4 on Mar 7, 2009 9:47:32 GMT 8
We have a muscovey sitting on 3 eggs. I was wondering how long she can leave the nest before the eggs are no good? she will come out know and then have a stretch ,a drink and maybe some food the go back .Is this normal?
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Post by rap on Mar 7, 2009 10:59:56 GMT 8
weather may be warm enough to continue the incubation process without her help. She's taking a break and will return.
2. She's getting food, water and a break and will return soon. Leave the nest alone.
3. She was disturbed or frightened away from her nest and has abandoned it. Wait a few days and remove the eggs if she isn't back.
4. The eggs died and she has left her nest permanently. After a couple days, dispose of the eggs if she has not returned. Extreme heat or cold is sometimes a cause. Your individual climate will vary.
Some hens do not have good nesting instincts and will try for a few days only to give up. Other hens hatch successfully every time. It differs from duck to duck.
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