Once again, we’re enjoying the process of letting a broody hatch her own chicks and care for them. She’s such a good mama, keeping the chicks warm, showing them how to forage, and protecting them.
Since we haven’t had a rooster for a while now (thanks to a neighbor who thinks late-night karaoke parties are all good, but occasional crowing is a big no-no), a friend gave us a few random eggs for hatching.
These are backyard mutts, so none of us really knew what to expect, and I freaked out a bit when I noticed one tiny chick had no feathers on the back of the neck. I suspected pecking, but soon realized we probably got a Naked Neck cross. I’m excited to see how it will turn out as it grows.
We have another broody right now, so I’m keeping my fingers crossed for her.
Domestic Felicity 