Imagine the thrill of checking your nesting boxes daily and discovering a vibrant variety of chicken eggs in various colors. From classic white to shades of blue, green, olive, pink, and even rich ...

While what your chickens consume can significantly affect the egg’s flavor and the color of the yolk, the color blue is a trait bred into certain breeds long ago. Are you a new chicken parent?

Ultimately, the color of an egg tells you a little about the breed of chicken that laid it. Darker breeds tend to lay darker eggs, while white breeds lay white eggs. However, other aspects of the ...

However, most stores, and local kirana kiosks, stock up on the commercial eggs that come in only brown or white. What determines the color of the shell, again, is the breed of the chicken.

AgriLife Extension experts explain how genetics and other factors can affect an egg's color, shape and shading.

Hybrid breeds for backyard chicken enthusiasts share a special history with commercial broiler and layer operations.