Do hybrid hens lay fertile eggs?

Here's why:

* Hybrids are bred for egg production: Hybrid hens are the result of crossing different breeds to maximize egg production. They are specifically designed to lay a lot of eggs consistently, not for breeding.

* Hybrids are often "sex-linked": This means their sex is determined by their feather color or other physical traits. This makes it easier for farmers to separate the hens from the roosters when they are chicks.

* Hybrids are usually infertile: The breeding process used to create hybrid hens often results in infertile males (roosters). Even if they are bred with a rooster, the eggs are less likely to be fertile.

So, to summarize, hybrid hens are bred for their egg-laying capabilities, and they generally don't lay fertile eggs unless intentionally bred with a rooster.