![]() These gentle giants are best known for being incredibly fluffy. It takes a Cornish chicken 7 months to reach their full size of 11lbs.ĭespite their large appearance, they have short legs and a short wide body that is quite compact. The Cornish chicken is somewhat less fluffy than the breeds we have discussed so far, but what they lack in fluff they make up for in muscle! This is a stocky breed with a shortened neck and a very muscular build. Australia is so proud of this breed that they made her their National Chicken. Plus, she has all of best qualities of the Orpington and then some! They are one of the best egg-layers around. These are some of the biggest heritage breeds can weigh up to 8lbs.Īlthough they can be a little shy at first, they are very friendly and will warm up to you given time. Just like the Orpington they are the perfect beginner-friendly breed, however, Australorps are slightly taller. ![]() The Australorp is the Australian version of the beloved English Orpington. Hens will give you a fresh supply of 3-5 medium-sized eggs each week. Orpingtons possess all of the traits that anyone could possibly desire in a dual-purpose hen. Not only is this breed big but they will also serve your family well. ![]() They love to eat and there have even been cases where Orpingtons have put on so much extra weight, they have developed health issues and stopped laying eggs! Everyone will enjoy hugging this soft, giant chicken. They have large wide bodies that appear even bigger due to the extreme fluffiness of their feathers. Orpington roosters can reach 10lbs and stand at 16 inches tall. Although they are the smallest breed in this list, Orpington hens will still reach an impressive 8lbs.
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