Mating and When to Expect an Egg

[2boys1homestead]

So I have some chickens that I hatched on Thanksgiving. They are close to reaching the 5 month mark to begin laying eggs.

Recently I've noticed the rooster is starting to mount the hens and a couple of the hens are being very receptive to it while others just run off.

I wasn't sure if those chickens who are receptive will lay first or if they might start laying earlier than the others? I figure they are obviously reaching sexual maturity, but I wasn't sure if it was a sign of eggs soon to come or not.

Thanks!!

 

[XxMingirlxX]

Why don't you read this article :
https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/...ay-tips-and-tricks-to-help-you-rule-the-roost

 

[2boys1homestead]

Thank you! That was super helpful!

 

[XxMingirlxX]

No problem!