Could she be infertile?

[Jverdian]

I’ve got an 11 month old splash easter Egger that has yet to lay an egg. Are some hens, like some people, just infertile? Does this occur more often in splash hens? My fingers are crossed that I’ll get a pretty green or blue egg one day soon!

 

[cavemanrich]

Your chicken sure does look like way behind schedule. There may be some factors that may explain things. Usually chickens start laying around 6 months. Yes, there are those that start at 4 months, and some at 8 months.
In your case, you may have a late starter, and then,,,,, winter, and shorter days(light) and cooler temps,,,,, just stalled the egg laying combined.
I think that the coming Spring with longer daylight, and warming temps will jump-start the egg laying. (I am assuming that you live in the northern hemisphere, since you do not have your location in your profile)
The feed that chickens get is another factor in laying eggs. The important item is the protein. (aim for about 18%) Many peeps assume its the calcium. Well the calcium is definitely important, but low calcium causes soft egg shells and other issues. Once the eggs are being laid, you should provide sufficient calcium for them. 4% for layers is good. If you use 2% calcium feed like I do, then provide calcium free choice. I use cracked oyster shells. This way layers, and non layers (including roosters)eat same feed.
WISHING YOU BEST,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

 

[AmyJane725]

Do you know she hasn't laid any eggs because none of the eggs are Easter colored? Is it possible she's not really an EE and has been laying normal eggs all along?

 

[aart]

Do you know she hasn't laid any eggs because none of the eggs are Easter colored? Is it possible she's not really an EE and has been laying normal eggs all along?

EE's can lay brown, pinkish, creamish eggs...they don't always have the blue egg gene.

Where did you get your EE @Jverdian ?

Here's some tips on how to tell....
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/who-is-laying-and-who-is-not-butt-check.73309/

 

[Jverdian]

I only have 3 chickens-a Welsummer, a Spotted Sussex and my EE. I know my EE could lay a creamy tan egg like my SS but with so few chickens and the paltry amount of eggs, I see who’s on the nest! I feed 18% protein organic feed and provide good snacks (not too many) and have oyster shell available. At this point I’m wondering if she’s just infertile. Still hoping, though!

 

[aart]

At this point I’m wondering if she’s just infertile. Still hoping, though!

She may be...I'd still check pelvic points tho.

 

[Jverdian]

She may be...I'd still check pelvic points tho.

I would if I could pick her up-got them as pullets and she’s pretty hard to catch!

 

[Brahma Chicken5000]

I’ve never heard of an infertile pullet/hen. I have heard of infertile cockerels/cocks. Easter Eggers tend to lay at around 6 months of age but it’s not uncommon for them to start laying at 7 months of age or later. Also when it comes to Easter Egger egg production it’s a grab bag, just like Polish.
Is she squatting? Squatting is a good indication if a pullet is close to laying. Are you sure your Easter Egger is a pullet? Is it possible it’s a cockerel?

 

[Jverdian]

No squatting. No crowing, or any signs of being a rooster-definitely a hen! She is a splash and I wonder if there is a possibility splash hens are more likely to be infertile-I’ve never heard that, just speculating. It’s march now, so high laying season is arriving. Time will tell!

 

[Brahma Chicken5000]

No squatting. No crowing, or any signs of being a rooster-definitely a hen! She is a splash and I wonder if there is a possibility splash hens are more likely to be infertile-I’ve never heard that, just speculating. It’s march now, so high laying season is arriving. Time will tell!

Is her comb starting to redden?