what is the broodiest hen

[broodyhen2]

I am getting my first flock next week. I would like to get some good egg layers and also one or two broody breeds to hatch chicks with my neigbours roo. what breeds are broody
thanks

 

[joelharris]

Pure Silkies or Silkie crosses

 

[broodyhen2]

WOW you sure have a nice selection
which is your favourite

 

[joelharris]

I don't have either but really want pure white Silkies, they are my favourite.

 

[broodyhen2]

Thanks I have the coop ready and I am getting my pullets on Sunday

 

[joelharris]

Ooo what breed?

 

[Coupe]

Yes, Silkies are great broodies..I bought 2 just for hatching eggs lol

 

[broodyhen2]

A barred rock
An austrolorp
A RIR
an Orpington
2 red stars
That's the dream list anyway

 

[joelharris]

Ooo sounds good!

 

[MrsBachbach]

I am getting my first flock next week. I would like to get some good egg layers and also one or two broody breeds to hatch chicks with my neigbours roo. what breeds are broody 
thanks

I have heard many say cochins are great broodies.