Why do hens lay an egg a day?
Hens don't lay an egg *every* day. It's more accurate to say that a hen can lay an egg about every 24-26 hours.
Here's why:
* Hormonal cycle: A hen's egg-laying cycle is driven by hormones. The hormone estrogen triggers the development of a yolk, which is the basis of the egg.
* Ovulation: The yolk is released from the ovary (ovulation) and travels down the oviduct.
* Egg formation: As the yolk travels through the oviduct, the egg white, shell membranes, and finally the shell are added. This process takes about 24-26 hours.
* Laying: The completed egg is then laid.
Factors affecting frequency:
* Breed: Some breeds of hens lay more frequently than others.
* Age: Young hens lay more frequently than older hens.
* Light: Hens need a certain amount of light each day to stimulate egg production.
* Diet: A healthy diet is essential for egg production.
* Stress: Stress can reduce egg production.
Important note: It's not uncommon for a hen to skip a day or two in her egg-laying cycle. This is normal and shouldn't be a cause for concern.
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