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When will others lay?

Discussion in 'Chicken Behaviors and Egglaying' started by caj1985, Apr 2, 2012.

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  1. Apr 2, 2012 #1
    caj1985

    caj1985 Songster

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    I have 6 pullets that I bought in October from Atwoods. They get their chicks from Ideal.

    I bought 3 EE, 1 BJG, 1 SLW & 1 BR.

    The three EE's have been laying regularly for a month now. The others have red combs but no signs of brown eggs yet. Any ideas as to when a normal time frame is for these breeds?

    Thanks.
     

  4. Apr 2, 2012 #2
    chicmom

    chicmom Dances with Chickens

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    The heavier breeds do seem to take longer to mature and begin laying. 20 weeks is the average, but sometimes these larger breeds can take even 5 to 7 weeks longer. When you reach out and they squat for you, then you'll see eggs real soon.

    Sharon
     

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