Help! What Breed is this chicken?

[moehappyhens]

Hi All - I am new to BYC and am having a blast learning! I have been in the chicken world for only about 6 months. I was given this chicken, Aggie, about three weeks ago. She is the sweetest thing and loves to be held and falls asleep on your lap. She is about 5 months old, I was told. Can you help figure out what breed?

 

[dretd]

I am guessing you have a Black Australorp: http://www.feathersite.com/Poultry/CGA/Lorps/BRKLorps.html although it is possible you have a Jersey Giant: http://feathersite.com/Poultry/CGD/BJG/BRKBJGs.html

If you look at the bottom of the feet, the BA will be white/pink and the JG will be yellowish.

 

[chicmom]

I am going to guess that she is a black Australorp. That's great because they're fantastic layers! You're lucky!

Sharon

 

[Pele]

She is an Australorp. I can see the white flesh between her toes, so that rules out the JG.

 

[moehappyhens]

Thank everyone for your replies!! I agree with ou after doing a little more reading, I think she is a Australorp too. I have a 5 week chick that was given to me by the same friend and I think she is the same breed. I'm excited!

 

[AraucanaAnnie]

Yep, an Australorp! They are awesome birds!! Oh, and welcome to byc!!

 

[Mrs.ChickChick]

Loved my Black Australorp hen. She was top of pecking order, but was so calm and gentle. I once read they are "dignified" and that described her perfectly. When the sun hits their feathers they have a green tint, looks really cool. Enjoy her!

 

[Hezz]

Yep, she's an Aussie. You're going to love her!

 

[Lbman]

Can you post pics on here with an ipod

 

[Lbman]

does anyne know what breed of chicken this is