How long should I leave Millie on eggs.

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How long should I leave Millie on eggs.
« on: April 18, 2011, 20:02 »
Hi all,
My little hen Millie who went missing was discovered 3 weeks ago sitting on a clutch of eggs. I therefore moved them all lock stock and barrel into a brooder for safety where she has been happily ensconced since.
By my reckoning they should have hatched this weekend but no signs.  Should I just leave her to it and she will eventually leave them if they are not viable? Or should I remove them a few at a time and candle them. If none are viable should I put some fresh ones under? Sorry for all the questions  :unsure:
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Re: How long should I leave Millie on eggs.
« Reply #1 on: April 18, 2011, 21:00 »
You could try candling them to see if you can see anything, although remember it might be difficult to see anything if they are alive.  ::)
When I hatched my first chick 3 weeks ago I never seen much when candling and I really thought none were fertile on day 20 I just happened to listen to the eggs and one was making a little chipping sound, so the next day one hatched and is doing well.  :D
I would guess she will give up if none are fertile and I'm not sure about how good it would be for your broody to let her sit another 21 days.
Good luck you might still get a nice surprise.  :)
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