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Brahma
ChickenNicknamed the "gentle giant," the Brahma is one of the largest chicken breeds — roosters can top 12 pounds — developed in 1840s America from massive Shanghai imports and named for the Brahmaputra river. Feathered legs and feet, a small pea comb and dense plumage make it outstandingly cold-hardy and calm to the point of huggable. Hens lay brown eggs steadily, even into winter, and go broody readily. Its size and mellow nature suit cold climates and families, though those foot feathers need dry ground and occasional care.
Beginner friendly
Quiet breed
Good with kids
Cold hardy
Broody
Good to know
- Gentle giant — roosters up to 12 lb
- Feathered legs and feet
- Very cold-hardy (small pea comb resists frostbite)
- Lays through winter and goes broody often
Egg colorBrown
Egg production150–200 / year
Weight10–12 lb
TemperamentDocile
BroodinessFrequent
ClimateCold hardy
PurposeMeat, Eggs
Varieties
Light
BlackBlueBlue LacedBuffDarkSilver LacedSplash Blue ColumbianGold LacedPartridgeRedWhite
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