Description
Chocolate Orpington Birds are a Hoover's Hatchery specialty. These beautiful birds are a cross between Chocolate Orpington males and Black Australorp females. The pullets are a rich chocolate brown color. This cross combines the beautiful chocolate color of the Orpington with the superb laying capabilities of the Australorp. These friendly birds make great dual-purpose birds for any flock as they combine unique plumage color and high egg production with a well fleshed carcass. These wonderful birds also have a docile temperament much like both of their parent breeds. Package Quantity: 10 baby chicks Chicken Purpose: Dual Purpose Live Chickens - Egg laying chicken and meat bird Egg Production Rate: Female chickens lay approximately 220 Eggs/Year Chocolate Orpington chickens produce brown eggs Egg Size: Female chickens lay large eggs Chocolate Orpington Characteristics: Docile, friendly, and winter hardy birds Mature Weight of Chocolate Orpington Baby Chicks: 6-7 lb. Guarantee of 90% accuracy on all sexed poultry
