When I had my 3 EE,s,, each layed a different color. I would get a light green and light brown, and a darker brown.. Then the color tones did change occasionally. The light brown would turn toward pinkish, and the darker brown would turn toward olive. The light green would also...
I know that Lavender Orpingtons. are a somewhat rare variety, and do get pricey. (that hatchery did a bad switch mistake:old)
If you are still interested in that breed, a person on my Illinois thread, breeds them.. You could possibly request some hatching eggs. Most likely not...
Beautiful chicks,,,,, as all chicks always are,,:love Hopefully all turn out to be pullets. :highfive:
My RIR will be celebrating her 10th B-day,,,,, or is it more correct to say Hatch-day next week.
If you want something cute, and good looking,,, or just interesting,,,,,,,, Consider some full size Polish. They are about the body structure of White leghorns. I had 3. Lay medium size eggs.
This is just my feeling,,,,
When a new leader comes up fresh in the ranks,,, I think they have to show authority to be recognized as NEW BOSS. As long as she just does that and not hurt other hens,,,, :old 👍
I think she will mellow out in short order. :thumbsup
On another thought...
Soooo sorry to hear you lost a pet.:hugs. Any ideas what may have taken her???? including 2 legged predators:idunno
Keep an eye out since predators like to return for more.:(