Rhode Island Red

The Rhode Island Red Chicken breed remains a classic and true Africa heritage chicken breed. Ever since they were first bred, they have been a national favorite. These beautiful birds are covered in shiny deep red feathers layered over various shades and textures. The Rhode Island Red Chickens are most famous for their wonderful large to extra-large brown eggs that make them a great choice for heritage chicken breeds for eggs. They’re truly the best egg layers. At our farm the Rhode Island Red baby chicks for sale we have will grow up to be some of the hardiest chickens. For Rhode Island Red Chickens that have terrific livability and good general health, shop with us!

Occasionally, these hens can produce double yoked eggs giving you that delicious surprise when their eggs are cracked open in your kitchen. Rhode Island Reds are known to be friendly and good natured in almost all occasions, which makes them a great pet chicken. They can even adapt to all types of climate. In terms of size, hens reach 6 pounds and roosters reach about 7 ½ pounds. When they are not treated in a gentle manner or are overcrowded, they could become anxious. As one of the most popular chicken breeds standing the test of time, Rhode Island Red Chickens will be an important part of any free range chicken flock large or small in your back yard chicken coop.