One of the best breeds for newcomers to chickens, and families with young children. Named for the English town where they were developed, Orpingtons come in several feather colors, but all are big quiet birds with fluffy feathers that keep them toasty warm during frigid weather. Buff Orpingtons are the most common color and lay about 200 brown eggs a year.

Purpose: Dual-Purpose

Production: 220 Medium Brown Eggs/Year

Temperament: Docile, Calm, Gentle, Friendly

Mature Weight: 6-7 lbs.

Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy

Broodiness: Often

Comb Type: Single Comb