Breeds for Florida?

[Ddurlak]

Can anyone tell me what breeds of chickens do well in Florida? I'm interested in the Buff Orpingtons but I don't know if the Florida heat is going to be a problem.
Thanks

 

[Nava]

not a problem at all, i have Buff,Blue,Splash and Black Orps and they do just fine.

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[Heather08]

I have black bantam orps in FL..and blue bigguns

 

[Nava]

how many chickens are you planing to start with? would they be grown or chicks?

 

[sydney13]

it should be fine as long as you give them enough water. Iv heard that turkens are great in the heat and cold.

 

[paddock36]

I have Orphingtons in buff and white, EE, RIR, Golden Comet, Black Astraloups, Turkens, Silkies, and some polish chicks. Plus I've had some other breeds too and have had no problem.

 

[paduanchook]

Shade, water, and air flow in housing and most breeds will do ok

 

[Three Cedars Silkies]

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[Ddurlak]

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I don't have them yet, but I'm looking to start off with 4-6 chicks for now.

 

[speckledhen]

Delawares will do very well in Florida. They're mostly white birds (see the rooster in my avatar), not too heavily feathered and medium size combs. They also forage very well and are excellent layers, generally. They are also quite friendly.