How close are they?? First egg

[Padorna23]

Hey guys I have four barred rocks that are almost 22 weeks. How close do you think they are to laying? They don’t completely squat yet when I touch their back although they will start to then run away. Here are some pics. Two of them have much more pale combs than the others

 

[Aapomp831]

Close. Patience is key.

 

[Padorna23]

Close. Patience is key.

I know the wait is unbearable. I just keep sweeping the run every night

 

[sourland]

Soon. Did you check today ?

 

[Padorna23]

Soon. Did you check today ?

I did once I usually check again after I lock them in for the night.

 

[aart]

Closer than they've ever been!

Tho messing in the nests is the 'closest' sign I see......
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/who-is-laying-and-who-is-not-butt-check.73309/