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Types of Chickens

Rhode Island Red Chicken (Breed Guide)

April 25, 2020December 15, 2019 by Jason Roberts
Rhode Island Red Chicken

The Rhode Island Red chicken is one of the most iconic breeds in the hobby. This guide covers everything you need to know about raising them.

18 Common Types of Chickens That Lay Colored Eggs

April 25, 2020November 21, 2019 by Jason Roberts
chicken egg colors

Looking for a unique array of colored chicken eggs? These 18 breeds are will help make your egg collections fun and colorful!

16 Friendliest Chicken Breeds to Keep as Pets

April 25, 2020October 6, 2019 by Jason Roberts
Brahma chicken

Chickens are good for more than just eggs and meat – they are also great pets! This guide cover 16 of the friendliest chicken breeds.

Ameraucana Chicken: The Complete Breed Care & Info Guide

April 25, 2020October 6, 2019 by Jason Roberts
ameraucana chicken

The Ameraucana chicken is one of the most iconic breeds in the world. This guide covers everything you need to know about this awesome bird.

12 Heat Hardy Chickens (Breed Guide)

September 21, 2020September 22, 2019 by Jason Roberts
heat hardy chickens

Chickens – like most animals – can be susceptible to extreme heat. These 12 heat tolerant chickens are perfect for warm climates.

15 Cold Hardy Chickens (Breed Guide)

April 25, 2020September 21, 2019 by Jason Roberts

This guide cover 15 common cold hardy chicken breeds along with some care tips on raising and keeping your birds safe through winter.

Polish Chickens: The Ultimate Breed Guide

April 25, 2020August 31, 2019 by Jason Roberts
polish chicken

The Polish Chicken is a unique and eccentric bird. This guide has everything you need to know about this unusual breed.

Golden Comet Chickens: Everything You Should Know

April 25, 2020August 30, 2019 by Jason Roberts

The Golden Comet chicken is a breed know for its docile nature and amazing egg production. Check out our complete breed guide.

Ayam Cemani Chickens: The Ultimate Breed Guide

April 25, 2020August 28, 2019 by Jason Roberts
ayam cemani

The Ayam Cemani is one of the most unique chicken breeds in the world. This guide has everything you need to know about this amazing bird.

15 Largest Chicken Breeds (With Pictures)

April 25, 2020July 30, 2019 by Jason Roberts
jersey giant chicken

Want a chicken that will really stand out in your flock? This guide covers 15 of the largest chicken breeds that you will find today!

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