1st flock - Abq. NM

[Sam3 Abq]

My family and I are thinking/planning for our 1st flock.
Six girls is our target right now.
We are considering the following different breeds to all be members - pros / cons to having 6 different birds in one flock ?
1. Austorlorpe.
2. Wyandotte.
3. New Hampshire.
4. Plymoth Rock.
5. Rhode Island Red.
6. Speckled Sussex.

Look forward to responses - especially if you're from the Southwest/ Albuquerque area.

Thanks - Sam

 

[Mr MKK FARMS]

Welcome to BYC! Glad you joined us!

 

[write2caroline]

Welcome;

Pros to a mixed flock - It is fun to figure out which are which and then as they start to feather out you slowly have the answer revealed.
Different chickens have very different personalities.
Chickens are a lot of fun and different breeds together are fun to watch

Cons: You may discover you have a favorite emerge and you will want more - has anyone explained chicken math to you yet? Yeah! Chicken math - 55 chickens later......oh one more won't make a difference.....

Enjoy the chickens. I have had all the types you mentioned. I love the austrolopes and the new hampshire and the speckled most from your list. But they were all great!

Caroline

 

[Sam3 Abq]

thanks for the response. we may end up getting a couple of each (not exceeding 6 total) but those are the breeds we're most interested.
I would be excited for different types together.

Sam

 

[drumstick diva]

It's good to sample a few breeds to find out which are the best fit for you.

 

[sumi]

Welcome to BYC

Glad you joined us!