Pros: Friendly, early maturing, prolific layers
Cons: slightly smaller than the orpingtons as a dual breed for meat use; can tend to be broody
A wonderful breed for eggs and for a family farm.
The dual purpose use is also excellent, tho they are a bit smaller than the orpingtons.
The hens lay loads of fantastic eggs, and have a natural tendency toward broodiness, and being excellent mothers, so creating your own flock is easy.
They are friendly, curious, hearty and convert feed into eggs in about 19-20 weeks from hatch.
LOVE THEM!
Don't be discouraged. They will be laying very soon. BAs mature quite early (mine not in 16 weeks, but by 20, always!). Eggs are on their way!