All hens are different,I've heard they are great brooders and raisers of chicks. I ordered a dark cornish pullet about a week ago when I ordered a big variety of chicks from Murray Mcmurray I can't wait. One of the reasons I bought one is I like there look and I heard there broody usually and I like that in a hen. Good luck and I'm sure she'll do greatHello all, we have five Dark Cornish in our flock and we have had a couple go broody at 8 months. I have read some reviews on the breed and several people report they are good at hatching and raising babies. Can any of you share your experiences with broodies and hatching. Thanks