Rhode Island Red Characteristics
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The Rhode Island Red is an American breed of domestic chicken. It is the state bird of Rhode Island. Cross-breeding Malay developed it with brown Leghorn birds from Italy.
Characteristics of Rhode Island Red
Purpose: Dual purpose (Egg, Meat)
Maximum Egg production: 260 Annually
Egg size: Extra Large
Temperament: Hardy
Recognized variety: Rose Comb, Single Comb
Egg color: Brown
Reference:
Rhode Island Red Chicken Breed Guide
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