Is it possible she is older than you believe? You mentioned she first laid eggs at 8 weeks old. I can't recall any breed laying that early. She could actually be old enough for a true molt. Sometimes birds loose feathers around the head or neck due to some behavior. For instance...
"Sending good hatching vibes your way," was previously the only line I coined that hadn't been taken over by everyone and his brother. But, they say "imitation is the sincerest form of flattery." "They," being the ones who "imitated."
I think I will have to start speaking in" tongues"...
Mary sounds like they are playing musical broodies. I know I shouldn't make fun of them(chickens) but, how hard can it be for a broody to find the right nest, if HERS have a few eggs already in it. Okay, I'm sorry I will accept my punishment and stand in the corner.
Jake I don't know how accurate DNA is for chickens but, for dogs - they seem to be "way off." My sister and niece both have mutts and had the DNA done - just ridiculous report. They complained ,so the company re-did them and totally different results but just as insane. I wouldn't...
Jake I asked about you a few times but, think mainly on Stella's Social club thread. So glad to hear from you and that you still plan on having chickens.
What is Sergei (don't know spelling) up too - does he still help you out?