If necessary, the female will attempt to distract the intruder away from the eggs, or perform a defence display with spread wings, puffed throat and hissing sounds. The eggs hatch in three to four weeks, and the young can walk soon after hatching. The chicks are fed by both parents.
If needed, the female will try to distract the intruder from the eggs, or show off a defense display with open wings, a puffed throat, and hissing sounds. The eggs hatch in three to four weeks, and the young can walk shortly after hatching. Both parents feed the chicks.