| Talk about back-to-front! I think this mating pair must be new to the game or they've thrown away the rule book. Not only do we appear to have up to 7 maturing chicks, there is now at least two new eggs in the nest. Still I suppose the hen can leave the eggs in the knowledge that the young chicks will keep them warm when she is away. At present all is calm, the little ones appearing to be well fed and exhausted. Mum has just returned, upended, and turned her offspring to face outwards, once more, to settle down for the night. |