Rhode Island Red Chicken
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.
The Rhode Island Red is a true heritage chicken breed picked as a great choice for egg production. Many breeders breed the Rhode Island Red chicken for show, these are a little darker red and do not produce as many eggs. The Roosters usually weigh in at 8.5 pounds (3.9 kg), The Hens weigh slightly less at 6.5 pounds (2.9 kg), cockerel at 7.5 pounds (3.4 kg), and pullets at 5.5 pounds (2.5 kg). Developed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, early flocks often had both single and rose combed individuals because of the influence of Malay blood.
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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
We sell:
- Fertilized Hatching Eggs
- Baby chicks and poults.