Light Brahma Chicken

Light Brahma INTRO/History

We have had many various breeds of chicken; this breed is by far one of our favorites. These are great dual-purpose birds and are very popular due to their awesome qualities. Brahma's are a very old breed of feather-footed chicken that originated from Asia. They are extremeley quite, gentle and easy to handle. With a braod brest, deep body, small peacomb, great size and their heavy heavy feathering make them almost imune to cold weather. Hens are great egg layers especially in winter and do get broody and are great mothers to their offsping. For our breeding stock, we have purchased our hens and rooster from different major hatchories to ensure pure bloodlines.

Quick Stats

 

Purpose and Type	Primary Production, Egg Laying, Broody Mothers & Pet/Secondary meat source
Weights	Hen 9.5 lbs	Rooster 12 lbs
Egg Shell Color	Brown
Egg Size	Medium-Large
Egg Production	180-240 per year (estimate only)
Temperment	Docile
Broody	Setter
Country of Origin	Asia
Roost Height	2-4 feet

 

Temperament

Light Brahma are easy going chicken, calm and docile. Considered to be gentel giants. Friendly towards humanes and easily trainable to be comfortable around other people. They can be intimidating due to their giant size, but can be easily tamed with treats. With help, they will learn to love you in no time.

Climate

Light Brahma’s are adaptable to harsh environments and thrive in northern climates due to their feather covered feet and heavy feathering. They also do well in warmer climates provided plenty of shade and water. As with any chicken proper infrastructure must be provided, i.e., a well-insulated coop for safety and warmth, heating for extreme cold, shade and plenty of water in hot climates.

Hens

Light Brahma hens can become broody and make great chick mama's. They are great guardians of thier chicks. Hens will grow to approximately 9.5 lbs and reach sexual maturity at around 6-7 months of age.

Egg Laying

They usually lay between October to May and average 180-240 medium-large size brown eggs per year.

Roosters

Who would want a rooster? They are noisy right? Roosters are great protectors of you flock and will escort your hens and constantly watch the sky. Rooster will sound and alarm the hens to take cover in the event of a threat from a predator. In addition to protection, roosters are not aggressive toward adults or children and can provide mating if you want to build your flock. Roosters will grow to approximately 12 lbs and reach sexual maturity at around 6-7 months of age.

Meat

Brahma's are plump enough to be processed at 13 weeks, but it is recommended to wait until they are about 8 months old. Their meat is delicious and juicy. Their large frames supply more meat the many other breeds too. In short, these are great birds for both meat and eggs (dual purpose).