Rhode Island Red

Rhode Island Red chicks grow into hardy, friendly hens that are great for beginners and family flocks.

They handle heat and cold well, forage eagerly, and settle into most backyard coops without fuss. As adults, they lay about 5–6 large brown eggs per week (around 250–300 a year) and make a solid dual-purpose bird. Get your brooder warm with clean water and chick starter, and give them a safe run to explore. Try our Live Chick Breed Selector Quiz to compare breeds.