Comb color... roosters... affect laying?

[allig8r]

Okay... I only have ladies. Could that delay the onset of laying?

Also, I saw someone write about the pullets combs turning more red and thinking it was signaling that laying may commence. Is there any truth to that? Because I have 2 Australorps and a BR that meet that description.

Please... put me out of my misery and false hopes.

(that's my favorite smiley lately)

 

[arlee453]

Patience, patience... it's SOOOO hard to wait.

BUT, if you really have girl chickens (and I'm sure you do) at some point you'll get some eggs from somebody!

Susan

 

[bigzio]

Yep, the comb color is a true indication that the lay is on. During molt combs will be very pale.

bigzio

 

[allig8r]

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Okay... because I have ONE girl that is for certain almost ready then. Whew... There are two right behind her and the rest have a bit to go...

I guess I'll go check today, then... I was taking a break.

 

[rooster-red]

Doesn't matter if you have a rooster or not, they will lay when their bodies are ready.