Unknown objects in eggs

[Ann1948]

I have been finding these in my otherwise healthy Orphington's eggs for the past two weeks. Anyone know what they are? She free ranges for 2-3 hrs a day. Otherwise in a fenced dirt run or coop. Thanks!

 

[theoldchick]

Looks okay to me. Occasionally you'll see bits of blood and so forth in young pullets.

 

[HeritageGoose13]

Could just be extra parts of yolk or something. They're perfectly safe to eat.

 

[Ann1948]

Thanks! Used to the blood spots but this has a definite shape oval like a seed or something only softer. Kinda freaky to me.

 

[drumstick diva]

Have you ever wormed her?

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Hello,

Here is a great article on common egg quality problems.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/a/common-egg-quality-problems

God Bless,

 

[Ann1948]

Thanks all of you!

 

[N F C]

Welcome to BYC!

The link provided by provided above on Common Egg Quality Problems is one I've referred to a lot, check it out. Sometimes strange things happen during the egg laying process.

Thanks for joining us, it's nice to have you here!

 

[sunflour]

Hi Ann1948,


This is too large to be a parasite/worm egg - they are microscopic and being smooth and is obviously not a worm or tapeworm segment. I have seen something like this in the past occasionally in my eggs, and think it is likely a tiny small second yolk. But would not expect this to appear in every egg she legs. If it does, then investigate further. PM if you have further concerns.

 

[BantamFan4Life]

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