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aliseaodo
Jul 14, 2009, 09:55 AM
This is kind of a farming question I guess - we have two little black hens that lay one egg each, every morning. I'm curious why there is sometimes a "red spot" on the yolk. I've seen the spot as small as a pin-prick, and a few times quite larger. (we also have a rooster, I don't know if he has anything to do with it) I actually throw out (or give to our dog) any egg that has the red spot. I would like to know exactly what it is, and if we can prevent it, or disregard it and use the egg anyway . Any answers are appreciated!

YoungHyperLink
Jul 14, 2009, 10:13 AM
The red spots mean they are fertilized. Some people prefer them that way, and it's completely harmless as long as the hens don't sit on them too long. :)

joyluo1999
Jul 14, 2009, 11:45 AM
Yes, the eggs are fertilized. It won't harm you if you eat them. Fertilized eggs will produce chicks,:) if they are cared for well.