This strain from Cackle Hatchery is very typical of the original standard Rhode Island Red. These are not flighty birds at all. They have short wings compared to other bantams. Feathering is dark and beautifully designed. Roos seem to mature earlier than pullets. Of 16 live chicks delivered I lost 2 within the 1st two weeks. The other 14 are very healthy. Seven pullets / Seven Cockerels. Pullets didn't begin laying until the end of their 24th week. Egg size range from PeeWee to Small. Averaging 3 light tan eggs per day. Of the cockerels, I kept the one with the largest comb and wattles which I favor.
