Are hens born with all their eggs?

Here's the breakdown:

* Hens develop eggs throughout their lives: They are born with the potential to produce eggs, but not with eggs already formed. Their ovaries contain immature egg cells that mature and develop into eggs throughout their reproductive lifespan.

* Egg production is a cyclical process: Each egg takes about 24-26 hours to form and be laid.

* A hen's egg production is influenced by various factors: These include age, breed, nutrition, and even light exposure.

So, while a hen has the potential to produce many eggs throughout her life, she doesn't come pre-equipped with them!