chicken breeds

Whether you’re planning to buy your first chicks or to expand your flock, you might be thinking of classic red chickens, either for the whole flock or to add some variety. Some breeds of red chickens are better suited for … Read More

There are plenty of reasons to add specific chicken breeds to your flock, but the most common reason people want white chickens is because they look so clean after plucking, making a beautiful chicken dinner. Keep in mind that white … Read More

If you’re looking for a stunning new addition to your flock, there’s no better choice than a black and white chicken breed. Whether they’re speckled, laced, barred, penciled, or spotted, these birds wear an incredible plumage that stands out and … Read More

By Tasha Greer Lakenvelders are descended from chickens that thrived in Armageddon. Yet today, this breed is at risk for extinction. They need chicken keepers with a passion for intelligent, ornamental, and useful breeds to help them recover from threatened … Read More

By Tasha Greer From their muffed, bearded faces to their feathered legs and five-toed feet, Faverolles are fanciful favorites among ornamental chicken keepers. As cold-hardy, winter layers they also make ideal off-season egg makers. Plus, like most French utility breeds, … Read More

By Tasha Greer With a name that literally means heartbreakers, you are almost guaranteed to fall in love with Crèvecœur chickens. From the tip of their crested, v-combed heads to their slate gray feet, these fancy, French culinary classics are … Read More

By Tasha Greer If you’re looking for a chicken breed with a certain Je ne sais quoi, French Marans are a must! From their fabulously feathered legs to their alluring eggs these bountiful, buxom birds are truly très magnifique. Typically … Read More

By Tasha Greer Go Dutch with Welsummer chickens. These pretty partridge-feathered hens, and their dashing rooster partners, will add a touch of Dutch charm to any flock. Renowned for their premium terracotta eggs, Welsummers offer profitable appeal. Plus, their flat, … Read More

By Tasha Greer Polydactylism is a genetic mutation that results in extra fingers or toes. In most cases, it’s a natural accident. However, for the ancient chicken breed called the Dorkings, it’s a defining breed characteristic. In fact, this delectable … Read More

By Tasha Greer Rhode Island Red chickens, referred to as RIRs for brevity, are an American class chicken with a strong affiliation with the free range, homesteading lifestyle. These large, lovely, and active birds are the perfect choice for protected … Read More