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About Red Shaver ChickensRed Shaver


Red Shavers are a sex linked dual-purpose chicken developed in Canada. They are used most frequently on small farms.  

Their pullets are reddish-brown with white under feathers, while males are white with a few red markings on their feathers. They are a quiet breed.  

Red Shaver hens lay from 305 to 315 large brown eggs a year. One four-year-old Red Shaver chicken in Ottawa was credited with laying an egg with a mass of 143 grams, which is almost three times the size of a standard medium egg (Typically a medium egg is 49 g, a jumbo egg is 70 g).  

They weight at 18 weeks about 3?1/2 lbs., and after one year of laying weight between 4?1/2 to 5 lbs. They dress out between 3 and 5 lbs.



Red Shaver  - Chickens Breeds

About Red Stars ChickensRed Stars


Red Stars, versatile wonders of the poultry world, embody the essence of utility and beauty. Renowned for their exceptional attributes, these birds excel in various roles, making them indispensable on any farmstead. The Red and Black Stars exhibit remarkable prowess in egg laying, with hens demonstrating consistent productivity even in adverse weather conditions. Conversely, roosters epitomize excellence in meat production, boasting robust frames and succulent flesh. Beyond their utilitarian virtues, Stars exhibit a captivating allure that extends to the show ring. Their status as a sex-linked breed further enhances their appeal, offering breeders a strategic advantage in selective breeding endeavors. This unique characteristic facilitat ...



Red Stars  - Chickens Breeds

About Redcap ChickensRedcap


Redcap chickens are excellent layers. They can''t really be used for meat as they''re considered an endangered breed, and they hate confinement so much that they are incredibly difficult to show.  

Redcaps look very similar to their cousins the Hamburgs, but they have larger red combs and ear-lobes. They have only one variety of plumage, appearing with dark reds, browns, and blacks with a black tail and commonly a black crescent shape on the side of the body.

They need plenty of open space to wander and forage, otherwise they can become very restless. They are shy, preferring to just keep to themselves rather than running over to humans whenever one comes near.  

Redcaps need to be kept out in t ...



Redcap  - Chickens Breeds

About Rhode Island Red ChickensRhode Island Red


Strawberry The Road Island Red Rhode Island Reds are an outstanding egg laying; they can produce up to 220 eggs in a year on average. Since they are also hearty birds, they make for good meat chickens. Plus they are prized in shows.

Rhode Islands are aggressive birds with the roosters frequently fighting when confined to too small of a space. However, they tend to do very well with humans, coming running when it''s time to be fed or even just to be held. It''s quite normal for a Rhode Island Red to hop up onto your arm to roost.

Rhode Island Reds have a rectangular shape to their bodies and well-rounded breasts. Their tail, though, are pretty short compared to their body and are carried just slightly raised. They have red combs that are eith ...



Rhode Island Red  - Chickens Breeds

About Rhode Island Whites ChickensRhode Island Whites


Rhode Island Whites are a dual-purpose chicken from the US state of Rhode Island. Despite their very similar names and shared place of origin, Rhode Island White chickens are a distinct breed from the Rhode Island Red. However, Rhode Island Reds and Whites can be bred together to create Red Sex Link hybrid chickens, such as the ISA Brown.

Rhode Island Whites were developed by J. Alonzo Jocoy of Peacedale, Rhode Island, starting in 1888. They were developed by crossing Partridge Cochins, White Wyandottes, and the rose comb variety of White Leghorn. Development was done by 1903. They were first accepted into the American Poultry Association''s Standard of Perfection in 1922.

They were moderately popular up un ...



Rhode Island Whites  - Chickens Breeds

About Rhodebar ChickensRhodebar


Rhodebars are a rare and unique breed of autosexing chickens that originated in the UK in 1947 through careful breeding. Initially known as Redbars, they were later renamed Rhodebars to reflect their Rhode Island Red lineage.

These chickens boast a distinctive appearance, characterized by a full breast, deep, broad body, and a long back. Their plumage is a rich reddish hue with fine buff barring, creating a striking and attractive pattern. Sporting a single upright comb, rounded wattles, and a short beak, Rhodebars exhibit a classic chicken profile. Their legs and feet are typically yellow, and they possess four toes. Notably, their tails are small with a distinct black tip to the feathers.

One of the notable features ...



Rhodebar  - Chickens Breeds

About Robusta Lionata ChickensRobusta Lionata


Photo source: Agraria.org Robusta Lionata chickens are a versatile dual-purpose breed that traces its roots back to 1965 when it was developed at the Experimental Poultry Station in Rovigo, a city nestled in Northern Italy. The breeding process involved a blend of genetics from two distinct chicken breeds: the Buff Orpington and the White America.

Known for their balanced attributes, Robusta Lionata chickens excel in both meat and egg production. On average, they are capable of yielding a yearly egg production of 160-170 eggs, boasting a rosy shell and weighing between 55-60 grams each.

With their robust constitution and productive capabilities, Robusta Lionata chickens have become valued assets in poultry farming, contributing to both sustenan ...



Robusta Lionata  - Chickens Breeds

About Robusta Maculata ChickensRobusta Maculata


Photo source: Agraria.org. The Robusta Maculata, a product of meticulous breeding efforts culminating in 1965 at the Experimental Poultry Station in Rovigo, Italy, stands as a testament to the ingenuity and dedication of poultry enthusiasts. Born from the genetic contributions of the Buff Orpington and the White America breeds, this captivating breed has steadily risen in popularity in recent years, revered for its elegant and refined appearance.

Renowned for its robust constitution, the Robusta Maculata thrives in organic farming environments and excels in the production of both meat and eggs. With a medium level of precocity, this breed embodies versatility, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a dual-purpose fowl that delivers on both fronts.


Robusta Maculata  - Chickens Breeds

About Romagnola ChickensRomagnola


Romagnola chickens were once common in the regions of Romagna and parts of Emilia, particularly in areas like Ravenna, Forli, and Bologna. Known for its fine boned structure, this breed boasts a single comb of medium size, which stands erect in the rooster and is folded in the hen. The comb is typically red and smooth, while the wattles are well-developed.

Characterized by oval-shaped, small cream-colored earlobes, which may sometimes exhibit shades of blue, especially in younger animals, this breed''s shanks vary in color, ranging from pure yellow to yellow with spots of dark or greenish hues, with a preference for completely dark shanks. Historical pictures suggest various liveries, with silver, silver buttercup, golden butterc ...



Romagnola  - Chickens Breeds

About Rosecomb ChickensRosecomb


Rosecomb chickens are true Bantams with a very distinctive comb. They are one of the oldest and most popular bantam breeds in showing, and thus have numerous variations within the breed. An ornamental chicken, they are poor egg layers and not suited for meat production.

The earliest surviving records of Rosecomb chickens are from the 14th century in Britain, though it may have another point of origin. Their popularity as an ornamental breed first took was after King Richard III began to raise them. Their popularity among poultry enthusiasts continued in to the 19th century, and Rosecombs were shown at the first North American poultry exhibition in 1849, as well as being admitted in to the first edition of American Stand ...



Rosecomb  - Chickens Breeds

About Rumpless Araucana ChickensRumpless Araucana


Rumpless Araucana chickens are a distinct variety of the Araucana breed, originally hailing from South America. What sets them apart is their unique physical features and egg-laying abilities, making them a fascinating addition to any poultry flock.

One defining characteristic of Rumpless Araucanas is their distinctive tufts of feathers near their ears, adding to their quirky appearance and setting them apart from other chicken breeds. These tufts are a hallmark feature of the breed and contribute to their charm and uniqueness.

In addition to their tufts, Rumpless Araucanas are renowned for their remarkable egg-laying capabilities. They lay eggs in striking shades ranging from blue to green, adding a colorful twist to ...



Rumpless Araucana  - Chickens Breeds

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