New Breeds for 2026 Spring

[Copper9Miko1]

I sadly just lost a majority of my flock. Don't wanna discuss it to much as it's still raw however my mother now owes me some birds this spring.

I've had many breeds before, my favorites being Brahmas and Speckled Sussex. I liked their friendly manners and goofy moments. I was wondering if any one had some suggestions for some new hens this spring. I prefer friendly breeds and I live in a colder climate I currently have 1 sussex, 2 astrolops and 1 blue cochin.

 

[Debbie292d]

Awe, so sorry about your loss.

Here's a recent article about hardy breeds of chickens: https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...eeds-that-thrive-without-fancy-housing.80284/ There's a link at the bottom of that article to a thread that lists I think every chicken there is.

 

[Copper9Miko1]

Awe, so sorry about your loss.

Here's a recent article about hardy breeds of chickens: https://www.backyardchickens.com/ar...eeds-that-thrive-without-fancy-housing.80284/ There's a link at the bottom of that article to a thread that lists I think every chicken there is.

Thank you! I'll definitely look it over

 

[kattabelly]

I got some Barred Plymouth Rocks this year and they've quickly become some of my favourites. Mine are very friendly but not pushy, calm but confident, curious, funny, and cope well with the weather here (no extreme cold but never all that warm; lots of rain and very windy)

And did I mention, very friendly!

(I've never tried to raise cuddly pet chickens, this was all her!)

 

[Callender Girl]

My friendliest-ever hen was a Buff Orpington who learned to sneak away from the rest of the flock for treats when she'd hear me say, "Where's my fine hen?"

She tolerated temperatures in the double digits below zero as well as triple-digit summer temps. North Central Iowa has it all

I am sorry for your loss and wish you well with new additions in the spring.