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I have an Australorp, and she is a mellow, quiet bird. Not the best layer though. The record for 364 eggs in 365 days is held by an Australorp, but most don't lay nearly that well. Most of the popular back yard breeds are good, hearty, friendly birds. You would do well with any mix of Sex Links...

My only concern would be that getting too many of one breed can make the odd chicken out seem different, which can sometimes lead to being picked on. I would add a mix of the two breeds you already have. Or perhaps a white layer and an Easter Egger for variety? Hand raise the new chicks so the...