Chicken Breed Guide
Compare breeds by egg production, temperament, and climate suitability
Australorp
Large (6-8 lbs)
World record egg layers. Beautiful black plumage with green sheen.
Brahma
Very Large (10-12 lbs)
The 'King of Chickens'. Massive, gentle birds with feathered feet.
Easter Egger
Medium (5-6 lbs)
Not a true breed but loved for their colorful eggs. Each bird lays a unique shade.
Leghorn
Medium (4-6 lbs)
Champion egg layers, producing large white eggs. More active and independent.
Orpington
Large (8-10 lbs)
The teddy bears of the chicken world. Extremely docile and great pets.
Plymouth Rock
Large (7-8 lbs)
Great dual-purpose breed. Calm, friendly, and good with children.
Rhode Island Red
Large (6-8 lbs)
America's most popular backyard breed. Excellent layers, hardy, and friendly.
Silkie
Bantam (2-3 lbs)
Fluffy, friendly, and make excellent mothers. Great pets but modest layers.
Sussex
Large (7-9 lbs)
Alert, curious birds that are great foragers. Beautiful speckled varieties.
Wyandotte
Large (6-8 lbs)
Stunning laced feather patterns. Rose comb makes them frostbite resistant.