I have one hen in a mixed flock of seven chickens, and my aunt has her sister. Before I got my rooster, my Barnevelder hen was the boss lady. Yes, they seem to be "softer" and non-agressive, however mine for whatever reason took the top spot on the pecking order and would lead the others around the yard when out free ranging. Very friendly bird, lets me pick her up and handle her. Lovely soft vocals, and never a loud or obnoxious "egg song". Her eggs are not the sought after dark brown eggs, but they are instead light brown with beautiful dark speckles. Nonetheless, they are HUGE eggs and I get complements on them when I give away eggs.
