harris hawk eggs ?

[Mick]

just a general question roughly how long does it take for a harris hawk egg to hatch ?

[Moses]

4 to 7 weeks bud according to here

http://www.seaworld.org/animal-info/info-books/raptors/reproduction.htm



theirs a few breeders here who can help u

[Moses]

check this out

http://www.oregonzoo.org/Cards/BirdsOfPrey/harrishawk.htm

BREEDING INFORMATION:

Courtship flights have been observed, where the male dove down 150-200 meters onto the back of a female located on a cactus. Interestingly, Harris Hawks are polyandrous birds, which means that one female will sometimes have more than one mate. Often, they will form a trio, with two males breeding with the female. The female and her mates all take care of the young.

Nests are found in cacti or trees, with nest height varying from 8-30 feet above the ground. It is made of sticks, twigs, mesquite, and yucca. The breeding season is long, from February to June, during which up to two or even three broods can be hatched. The eggs, of which 2 to 4 are laid, are short and subeliptical, smooth but not glossy, and white or bluish white. Both males and females will help to incubate the eggs, which lasts for about 35 days. Often, other birds will assist in raising the young, from juveniles recently fledged to other adults. They are well feathered and begin to feed themselves by 17 days. Fledging time is about 40-45 days, and the young remain the nest area for 2-3 months after hatching. If the young are threatened, the cry of the

[Talon]

bred harrises for about 7 years now .31 days for incubation.
usally dont start sitting until 2nd or with mine 3rd egg is laid.
mine start breeding as early as mid jan early feb.
usaly get two clutches a year. this year 4.although the last clutch was infertile.... hope this is helpfull to you mick.

[Kornie]

Ever eaten an infertile HH egg? One thing I have to try one day

[Talon]

i have two in the incubater.wich ive just checked there infertile.
dont fancy eating them.

[Kornie]

Oh talon you have to...come on fry it up and photo it for us, it would be a sin not to!