Odd egg at one end

[krazychknladi]

Hello all! I am hoping someone may have some answers. I had a chicken, I believe one of my brahmas, lay an egg that looks crusty on one end 2 days in a row. I am a bit concerned and was wondering if anyone has seen eggs like this before and knows what may be causing it.

 

[chickentrains]

Its from too much calcium. Its a-ok to eat.

 

[JaeG]

They are calcium deposits. This article has some information about the odd eggs that hens can lay and potential causes for them. If it only happens occasionally I wouldn't worry too much.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/common-egg-quality-problems.65923/

 

[krazychknladi]

Its from too much calcium. Its a-ok to eat.

Thank you for your reply. I have never seen an egg like that and it made me worry. I feel better now.

 

[krazychknladi]

They are calcium deposits. This article has some information about the odd eggs that hens can lay and potential causes for them. If it only happens occasionally I wouldn't worry too much.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/articles/common-egg-quality-problems.65923/

Thank you for the link. Now I will know what those odd eggs are about if/when it happens again.

 

[aart]

Probably not from too much calcium, but just how it was applied.
Hopefully a one-two off glitch.

How old, in months, is the bird that laid it?

Is it spring or fall where you live?
Did she just start laying after winter break,
or maybe is ramping down production to molt?

Where in this world are you located?
Climate, and time of year, is almost always a factor.
Please add your general geographical location to your profile.
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