Buff Orpington Chicken: Eggs, Temperament and Care

At a glance

• Eggs: 3–5 large brown eggs per week (brown eggs)
• Temperament: Docile, gentle and friendly
• Climate: Cold hardy, tolerates heat
• Size: 7–8.5 lb

Pros and cons

Pros: Very friendly, great with kids, dual purpose

Cons: Lower egg output, prone to broodiness

Is the Buff Orpington right for your flock?

The Buff Orpington is docile, gentle and friendly. With 3–5 large brown eggs per week, it is very friendly, great with kids, dual purpose. The main trade-off: lower egg output, prone to broodiness.

Recommended supplies

• Chicken coop
• Hanging feeder
• Waterer
• Layer feed
• Nesting boxes

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