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Breed Selection

Posted: Sat May 09, 2026 3:40 pm
by HFFAdmin
  • Leghorns: Great egg producers, but small and not ideal for meat.
  • Broilers (Rock-Cornish): Bred for rapid meat production but can become overweight.
  • Dual-purpose Breeds: Rhode Island Red, Plymouth Rock, New Hampshire, Wyandotte, Orpington are good for both eggs and meat.
  • Bantams and Crosses: Popular for small flocks.
Here are some helpful links.
  • [Guide for everything chicken](https://www.backyardchickens.com) - Tips & Tricks for raising chickens, building chicken coops, & choosing chicken breeds + ask questions in our community forum
Here are Some of the Best-Loved Chicken Breeds.
Bantam Chicken Breeds
Large Fowl Chicken Breeds

For other chicken breeds that don't fall into either category we have:
Other Chicken Breeds

Some of the most popular breeds.
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