Breed Variety for Coop / Run

[thisjed]

I'm planning on 9 chickens for our backyard gang. Here are the breeds...

3 Ameraucana
1 Australorp
1 Barred Rock
2 Buff Orpington
1 ISA Brown
1 Rhode Island Red

I overbought 1 of each breed in case a rooster sneaks in - so, I could easily shift the demographic around a bit. I have a lovely home ready to take my 6 extras when the time is right.

Here's my question - is this mix ok, would you do anything different? This is my first time - just want to make sure I'm not making a dumb mistake with this mix.

There's a slight chance my buffs are leghorns, but I'm pretty confident they're not.

Thanks!!!

 

[Ridgerunner]

We all have our favorites but I personally don’t see any problem with that mix.

 

[bobbi-j]

Sounds like a good variety to me! Enjoy your new hobby!

 

[thisjed]

Thanks for the reassurances - appreciate it! Good news too - my buffs are buffs and not leghorns (nothing against leghorns - just prefer buffs with my kids). Enjoy your day!

 

[aart]

Ya just never know with live animals.
Breed demeanor can be pretty hit or miss,
it's more about the individuals than the breed in most cases.
An RIR can be a lovey cuddler and a BO can be a terror.
Environment and developing flock dynamics can play big parts in a harmonious coop.
Looks like a nice variety of breeds for a first flock.