Chickens eating their own eggs is really a form of cannibalism, and - unfortunately - it seems to be relatively common. It usually starts when an egg is broken and the chickens find out how good they taste! Yes, we humans aren't the only ones who enjoy eating eggs.

The first step in stopping egg eating is to cull your chicken flock and take out the chicken that is eating eggs.

Egg eating cannibalism by a hen is a habit that is quite difficult, if not entirely impossible, to "cure". It is important you take care of your chickens and take a proactive approach to the problem. Before they get a chance, make sure they never are able to taste an egg. Reduce breakage by lining your nests, and ensure adequate nutrition in your flock.

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