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Roosters crow, but does that mean hens are always quiet?

No. Hens can be loud, especially after laying an egg.

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  1. Yes, hens never make a sound
  2. No, hens can be loud after laying an egg ✔
  3. Yes, unless a rooster teaches them

Why: Kentucky Extension identifies roosters as the flock's crowers, but hens are not always quiet. Hens can make a lot of noise after laying an egg, so think about your neighbors.

Huh, didn't know that: Minnesota Extension says healthy chickens talk and sing quietly throughout the day.

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Why are hens so proud after laying? They always have something to cackle about.
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Answer: No, hens can be loud after laying an egg. Kentucky Extension identifies roosters as the flock's crowers, but hens are not always quiet. Hens can make a lot of noise after laying an egg, so think about your neighbors.

  1. University of Kentucky: 10 backyard chicken basics exclusives.mgcafe.uky.edu/2023/anr/10-backyard-chicken-basics
    Only roosters crow, however, hens are not always quiet and can make a lot of noise letting everyone know they just laid an egg.
    Checked 2026-10-11.
  2. University of Minnesota Extension: Raising chickens for eggs extension.umn.edu/small-scale-poultry/raising-chickens-eggs
    Chickens that are healthy and active also talk and sing quietly throughout the day.
    Checked 2026-10-11.

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