Did you know that chickens start laying eggs when they reach about 5 to 6 months of age? The process of egg-laying is fascinating and essential for their reproduction. A hen typically lays one egg every 24 to 26 hours, although this can vary based on factors such as breed, age, health, and the season. The eggs have protective shells made primarily of calcium carbonate, which helps safeguard the developing chick inside. Interestingly, hens don’t need a rooster to lay eggs; they only require a roo

6.3M views · 118K reactions | Cuteness alert!! My female turkey began laying eggs for the first time about 4 months ago. We don’t have a male turkey to fertilize the eggs. After laying a lot of eggs she went broody(when a hen wants to incubate her eggs). After removing her eggs, I gave her 10 fertile chicken eggs to incubate and she is doing a great job! The first of 9 babies is out of the egg this morning. I can hear the chicks peeping in the eggs  | Southern Reptiles | Facebook