Post by Deleted on Apr 9, 2013 15:21:29 GMT
I've been watching my hen in the aviary with my 4 males. I was going to take her and her chosen male out and put them into a breeding cage. But she seemed happy with one male and the other 3 males are happy to let them go about their courtship. So I tentatively added a nest box and watched, knowing I may have to remove it if problems arose. At first none of the birds took any notice. Then I saw Phoebe and Tweedle sitting on top. Eventually Phoebe started peeping inside so I added some wood shavings and a millet spray. She has been spending a lot of time in the box, with Tweedle peering in at her from the top. Most of the shavings are now on the floor of the aviary and Phoebe is spending more time inside, just tapping about. I have looked and there are no eggs yet but I'm hopeful.
How long does a courtship last or is that the same length as a piece of string? Or is there any sign that she is getting ready to lay that I can get excited about?
How long does a courtship last or is that the same length as a piece of string? Or is there any sign that she is getting ready to lay that I can get excited about?
