Blood spots & brown spots.

[christa7032]

I get quite a few eggs with either blood spots in them or brown spots near the yolk that almost look like dirt has gotten into them. Is this normal? a sign of something? I usually throw them out but I would like to prevent them if it means there is something wrong with my girls. Are they safe to eat? Any suggestions would be appreciated. Thanks.

 

[chicknduck]

Bump, I am curious about this to.

 

[Imp]

Maybe meat spots?

http://www.thepoultrysite.com/publications/1/egg-quality-handbook/29/meat-spots

Imp

 

[crtrlovr]

They're fine to eat. The brown spots are bits of lining of the reproductive tract aka "meat spots", and blood spots are not uncommon, either. They may be a bit unappetizing, so you can remove them before cooking, but neither will hurt you or make you sick.
edited to correct typo