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Yea I won't be upset if they are barred rocks. They have many fine qualities including large eggs. We originally choose Autralorpes because of the temperment the cold tolerance and the egg laying abilities and large eggs. The barred is very similar to all those qualities. The dominiques actually lay medium eggs to the barred would be better.
I was excited about getting chicks and was proud of myself for not getting the first ones we came to which were black giants, not as good for eggs. But probably should have waited and ordered on the net from a reputable dealer. This old farmer could be a great chicken guy or bad don't know a thing about him or his chicks. If they lay eggs, I'll be happy!!
Welcome from Colorado-soon to be Tennessee, I hope. I love this site! So many great people, and so much info, you can't get to it all! Welcome, from one newbie to another!