Weirdly Thin Egg Shells

[CountrifiedCoturnix]

So I typically have consistent shells, but these eggs are smooshy. I just picked 5 eggs tonight, 2 wish have that smooshy situation I’m asking about. Does that mean I need to provide more calcium? I have them on a layer feed, but I’m interested in thoughts and advise. I’m posting a picture of the two eggs, one showing me smooshing it, and the other of the three good eggs.

 

[muddy75]

So I typically have consistent shells, but these eggs are smooshy. I just picked 5 eggs tonight, 2 wish have that smooshy situation I’m asking about. Does that mean I need to provide more calcium? I have them on a layer feed, but I’m interested in thoughts and advise. I’m posting a picture of the two eggs, one showing me smooshing it, and the other of the three good eggs.

What is calcium content on your feed? Could be a springtime anomaly, or more likely nutrient deficiency. I don’t recommend oyster shell unless ground fine….crushed eggshells are fine typically if need extra calcium

 

[CountrifiedCoturnix]

What is calcium content on your feed? Could be a springtime anomaly, or more likely nutrient deficiency. I don’t recommend oyster shell unless ground fine….crushed eggshells are fine typically if need extra calcium

I’m using the Purina Gamebird feed (not starter, the one with the blue label), but I was considering Purina Layeba feed today from TSC. Should I switch them to that?

 

[Nabiki]

You should offer calcium on the side. Crushed egg shell or oyster shell are good.

 

[Kiki]

I'd switch your laying flock over to a chicken layer feed immediately.
That game bird feed doesn't have enough calcium.

 

[Kiki]

Wait... In the first post you say you have them on a layer feed.
Can I see the tag on the feed bag please?

 

[Kiki]

How old are your birds and do you feed anything besides the game bird feed or layer feed?

 

[CountrifiedCoturnix]

I'd switch your laying flock over to a chicken layer feed immediately.
That game bird feed doesn't have enough calcium.

All over it. Thank you @Kiki !!!

 

[CountrifiedCoturnix]

How old are your birds and do you feed anything besides the game bird feed or layer feed?

They are about 11 weeks old

 

[CountrifiedCoturnix]

Wait... In the first post you say you have them on a layer feed.
Can I see the tag on the feed bag please?