Do Chickens Lay Speckled Eggs?
Chickens That Lay Speckled Eggs Many Chicken Breeds Can Occasionally Lay Speckled Eggs, but Welsummers in Particular Are Known for Having Speckled Layers More...
Why is my chicken laying speckled eggs?
Speckled Eggs
Speckled eggs are pretty normal, as far as abnormal chicken eggs go. They look pretty, and it's wonderful how unique eggs can be. The speckles are actually extra calcium deposits, and are formed when the calcification process is disturbed or there's a defective shell gland.
What breeds of chickens lay speckled eggs?
Welsummer – While their eggs might not be quite as dark as those of the Black Copper Maran, Welsummers are known to commonly lay dark, speckled eggs. Don't forget that part of the appeal of a diverse egg basket will be fun touches like eggs with speckles!
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