What color do Plymouth Rock chickens lay?
brown eggs
Plymouth Rock hens come into lay at around 20 weeks old and will go on to produce 4-5 brown eggs each week. They are lovely large eggs! As a heritage breed you can expect your hen to continue to lay for 2-3 years and continue past there.
How can you tell if a Plymouth Rock chick is male or female?
The sex of purebred Barred Plymouth Rocks chicks can be determined on the basis of the size and shape of a light-colored spot on the top of the head. At hatch, males have a large white spot. The spot is much smaller and narrower in females. This has been found to be about 80% accurate.
What does a Plymouth Rock chick look like?
It has a large, sturdy triangular-shaped body with a full breast and a long, broad back. Feathers are full, loose, and very soft, especially on the abdomen area. The barring pattern should be sharply defined black and white, unlike the Dominique, which is much ‘fuzzier’ and leans towards grey.
How much are Plymouth Rock chickens worth?
How much does a Plymouth Rock chicken cost?
| Qty | Price |
|---|---|
| Up to 24 | $3.50 |
| 25 – 49 | $3.00 |
| 50 – 74 | $2.90 |
| 75 – 99 | $2.75 |
What color eggs do Barred Plymouth Rocks lay?
medium brown colored
Barred Rocks are a great breed in terms of temperament and egg-laying. They lay a medium-sized, medium brown colored egg. From experience, our barred rock was by far the most docile and friendly of our standard-size chickens. This is a fairly common breed that is easy to find.
What is the difference between Barred Rock and Plymouth Rock chickens?
Barred Rocks are recognizable by their black and white stripes that make them stand out in the flock. Plymouth Rocks are large, hardy dual-purpose birds that have long been preferred for small farms and homesteads, due to their size, productivity, and gentle personalities.
What color eggs do blue Plymouth Rocks lay?
light-brown
Blue Plymouth Rocks from our hatcheries are extremely friendly and curious, especially when hand-raised in a free-range environment. They are prolific egg layers, and will supply you with up to 300 light-brown, large to extra-large eggs annually.
What color do Barred Rock chickens lay?