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Shiny and silky plumage, a sign of a varied diet.
Active behavior: they explore their environment and are curious.
A varied diet: insects, grass, and sometimes even small prey.
If you buy your eggs from small producers, don’t hesitate to ask questions about the diet and living conditions of the hens.
Characteristics of a perfect egg
Do you already have an egg in your hands? Here’s how to assess its quality:
A strong shell
Characteristics of a perfect egg
A quality egg is distinguished first by the hardness of its shell. A thin or crumbly shell can indicate a calcium deficiency in the hen.
A dark orange yolk
dark orange yolk
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