Breed: Standard Breed

Size: Heavy; 7-8 lbs

Purpose: Dual

Egg Color: X Large Brown

Productivity: Excellent; 5 per week

Broody: No

Confinement: Tolerates

Personality: Generally Active, can be Aggressive

Fun Facts: Rhode Island Reds are extremely popular because they do everything well. They are prolific layers and have good meat. Did you know there are Rhode Island Whites, too? Yep, however although they have all of the same redeeming qualities as Rhode Island Reds... they are just not popular!