I was wondering if there was a big difference between the plastic and the wooden fake eggs? The description of the plastic eggs say they're hollow so you can put something inside that makes it sound like the chicks are chipping. Would that be more effective than wooden eggs? Or do the weight of...

Let's talk about wooden eggs. The common agreement seems to be that mom and dad will sit on the eggs for some time before eventually giving up. But here is a case where mom and dad have been sitting on these wooden eggs for well over a month, and have barely shown a hint of intention with...

Does anyone have a suggestion on whether to use the wooden or the filled plastic eggs? Is one better to use? Preferences?

I understand the concept of wooden eggs but I am not familiar with the actual application. I have 6 nest boxes and 2 breeding pairs. Both pairs just had squeakers that are days away from flying. The squeakers are still sleeping in their original nest bowls. One of my hens moved into a lower nest...