Laying eggs early what should I do

[monique377]

So my hen who was being singled out by rooster and other hens, laid an egg today but they are only 16 weeks and she seems to be really laying on it and keeping to it but still acting kinda odd. Should I let her keep the egg? Or it is to soon and nothing will come of it ?

 

[Poultry parent]

keeping the first egg is not a good idea, because a hen that is just starting to lay can't be relied on to brood successfully

 

[monique377]

Okay thanks!

 

[Poultry parent]

you're welcome!

 

[Pork Pie]

Welcome to BYC, you have some good advice, so I'll just say Hi.

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[drumstick diva]

Also pullet eggs tend to be smaller than a mature hen's eggs., and not as successfully hatched.

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

I've seen even with my experienced layers that the hens like to sit on the egg often, after laying it. It's normal for them to take a bit of a rest in the nest box after laying their egg, before resuming their daily activities. Once she gets up, remove the egg and eat it. Congrats on the first egg by the way!

 

[BantamFan4Life]

Welcome to BYC! I'm glad you joined us!