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Rhode Island Red Chicken
$13.00
Originated in Rhode Island, it is the state bird of Rhode Island and recognized as a distinct pure chicken breed in 1904 by the American Standard of Perfection. The Single Comb Rhode Island Red chicken is our most popular breed for brown egg laying production. They are a popular chicken choice for backyard chicken flocks because of their egg laying abilities and hardiness. Rhode Island Red chicks are a good choice for raising baby chickens naturally and raising baby chickens for eggs. Non-industrial strains of the Rhode Island Red are listed as recovering by the American Livestock Breeds Conservancy
Description
- oultry Show Class: American Class
- Weights: Hen—–6 1/2 lbs
Rooster——8 1/2 lbs
Pullet–5 1/2 lbs
Cockerel—–7 1/2 lbs - Purpose and Type: Primary production, Egg Laying & Pet/Secondary meat source
- Egg Shell Color: Brown
- Egg Production: 200-280 eggs per year (estimates only, see FAQ)
- Egg Size: Large
- Temperament: Active
- Gender Accuracy: 80-85%
- Fertility Percentage: 65-80%
- Broody: Variable
- Mating Ratio: 10 Females to 1 Males
- Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
- Country of Origin: United States, Rhode Island
- APA: Yes, Recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1904
- TLC: Watch Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed
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