MAY 2016 "Land of the Free Because of the brave!" Hatch-a-Long Hosted by, Mike & Sally

[sdubski]

I have an over achiever, one if my 2.5 week olds is trying to crow.

We had a four day old try to crow yesterday. I was already wondering about that one because he gives me the stare down every time I look at him, now I'm pretty sure he's a rooster. :/

 

[shahtir101]

So last night another Silkie hatched. It is like a beige color. And another is zipping! With 2 pips! My count so far is 3 seramas and 4 silkies! I'm really hoping the blue one turns out to be a hen. Then I can keep it as a broody!

 

[oolyboolu]

Well after doing my research I realized that my humidity level was way too high for duck eggs

they went into the incubator at I'm guessing a week old and with too high levels for two days :/ arg! Levels are at around 55% now so im hoping I didn't royally goof up

Update on this! Temps and humidity are now stable in normal range

AND candled last night and I got 11 visible heartbeats out of the 13 eggs!

Pull through little buggers! In memory of your mama

 

[shahtir101]

Just set 3 Ayam Cemani eggs Sunday night! SO excited!e

Can't wait until they hatch!

 

[Chaos18]

Update on this! Temps and humidity are now stable in normal range

AND candled last night and I got 11 visible heartbeats out of the 13 eggs!

Pull through little buggers! In memory of your mama

So last night another Silkie hatched. It is like a beige color. And another is zipping! With 2 pips! My count so far is 3 seramas and 4 silkies! I'm really hoping the blue one turns out to be a hen. Then I can keep it as a broody!

 

[Honora]

Day 21, no pips in the incubator & haven't seen any chicks under the broody. I guess it would be bad if I lift up the broody to look underneath, lol. I am feeling very impatient though!

 

[DwayneNLiz]

Day 21, no pips in the incubator & haven't seen any chicks under the broody. I guess it would be bad if I lift up the broody to look underneath, lol. I am feeling very impatient though!

Time will tell, good luck

 

[sjturner79]

I bought a new flashlight to try and candle my super dark olive eggs, and I still can't see a thing inside them! Can't even see air cells. So I guess I just hope for the best ? ? ? Can't even tell if they are fertile or not at this point. I have turned them every which way trying to get a good view inside, but still nothing. Frustrating. The flashlight works great for my Lavender Orpington eggs though. I took another picture of the suspected blood ring (it only goes half way around, so does that mean the chick started but quit?). Olive Egg....Day 7 candle Suspected blood ring ? ? ? Is it time to give up and remove it? (Day 7 candle)

I would leave the egg there for another week and then check again. I've had quite a few look like that between days 5-10 but have chicks in them by day 15, which go on to hatch.

 

[Sally Sunshine]

We’re very excited to announce the winners of the​

Natural Eggs & Flowers Photo Contest !​

We were thrilled by the response to the contest and the many great entries!​

Huge thanks to everyone who participated,
and ESPECIALLY to our prize/s sponsor @MyPetChicken !

Our panel of judges,
had a very difficult time choosing the winner
from among such great entries.
All of the entries were amazingly beautiful!

So here we go......
the prize winners are…

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1st PLACE WINNER​

@weegarden ​

Originally Posted by weegarden

1st Place: ​

My Pet Chicken Handbook: CLICK HERE​

Description: My Pet Chicken Experts, "how-to" chicken book!​

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2nd PLACE WINNER​

@shahtir101

Quote:Originally Posted by shahtir101

2nd Place:​

Team Pokey Coffee: CLICK HERE​

Description: What is Coops for Troops?​

The proceeds for TeamPokey Coffee are earmarked for Coops for Troops, which provides therapy chickens, a coop, and a starter pack of supplies to veterans and military families who may be struggling with isolation, depression, anxiety or PTSD, post traumatic stress disorder. We thank you for your support of Pokey and your support of our military men and women and their families who have served this great country of ours! Does the coffee make the grade?
Well, we love it! Team Pokey Coffee is well balanced and aromatic with just a hint of chocolate tones. It's a medium roast--not too dark, and not too light, perfect to enjoy any time of the day. And each sip you take will be all the sweeter, knowing you've supported this worthwhile cause.

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3rd PLACE WINNER​

@RodNTN
Quote:Originally Posted by RodNTN

3rd Place:​

Chicken Treat Ball: CLICK HERE​

Description:​

This treat ball offers a fun and healthy way to treat your pet chickens. It gives your chickens a challenge and helps to prevents boredom (and boredom can often lead to picking). It's perfect for feeding pieces of cabbage, kale and other fresh greens and fruits.

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[Sally Sunshine]