How many hens eggs can a cockerel fertilize?

Here's why:

* Sperm viability: A cockerel's sperm can remain viable for several days within the hen's reproductive tract.

* Multiple matings: A cockerel can mate multiple times a day.

* Egg laying frequency: Hens lay eggs regularly, often every 24-26 hours.

However, a few factors influence the actual number of eggs fertilized:

* Hen's receptivity: Hens aren't always receptive to mating, so not all eggs will be fertilized.

* Cockerel's health and vigor: A healthy and active cockerel will fertilize more eggs.

* Number of hens: If there are multiple hens in a flock, the number of fertilized eggs per hen may be lower.

It's important to note that fertilizing eggs doesn't necessarily mean the eggs will be fertile. Fertile eggs require incubation to hatch.