my ringneck just laid eggs

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rehman
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my ringneck just laid eggs

Post by rehman »

my ringneck has just laid eggs 2 last year she laid 3 but broke them her self what should i do to make sure she dose not do the same this time .
i have had them over 2 years now and would love for them to let the eggs hatch any help please
ellieelectrons
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Re: my ringneck just laid eggs

Post by ellieelectrons »

I'm not a breeder but I would like to check that she has access to calcium (perches, cuttlefish, etc.). Lacking calcium can cause the egg shells to be softer.

I'm sure a breeder will give you a better answer.

Ellie.
rehman
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Re: my ringneck just laid eggs

Post by rehman »

molossus wrote:are you sure the hen did this and not the cock ?
the diet question is good. what do you feed your birds?
how old are your birds?
yes im sure the hen did it
they only eat parrot mix ,nuts,and alot of fruit.
there about 2 years old i think may be more i have them over a year now
Mad Max
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Re: my ringneck just laid eggs

Post by Mad Max »

If I were you I would look at the nest box.

I.E : How deep is the box ? Are you providing the Female with a climbing post or is she jumping to get out of the nest ? (This could also hurt the young , "spread legs"
Is she skittish when you go near her ? (Flys into the box when you get near or flys out of the box when you get near)
Have you got enough nesting material inside the box ? The wooden box is hard and if she goes in she may push the eggs against the sides or the floor .


Hope this helps
Regards
Robert
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