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Rhode Island White Chicken

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Breed Facts

  • Poultry Show Class:  Not applicable
  • 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: 220-280 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 Male
  • Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
  • Country of Origin: United States, Rhode Island
  • APA: Yes, Rosecomb recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1922. We offer only the single comb variety not APA.
  • TLC: Yes, Threatened Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed
  • BREEDER FARM SOURCE: Cackle Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline or strain of pure Rhode Island White since 1993.

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