which one would u pick?

[kwynn's birds Alaska]

what about everyones comments on light brahma's or black australorps?

 

[shakecc]

I love my Brahmas! These are our first chickens and are 17 weeks now. We have a couple buff orps and a couple light brahmas. Our brahmas are more docile than our other chickens.

I'd have to go with brahmas (keeping in mind we only have 4 breeds). I am basing off of looks and temperment as we have not had eggs yet.

 

[JennsPeeps]

I really want a Polish (for the goofy temperament). And a silkie (b/c everyone needs a bit of evil in their coop). And a buff orp (for the personality). DBF wants some EEs (he's a leg guy).

Did I mention we're on a small urban lot?! lol We'll probably add a few birds to our flock in spring 2010, as our current 4 girls start to slow down a bit.

 

[DDRanch]

I adore my Buff Orphingtons but would not be without Delawares. My Delawares have been the most curious, friendly, cuddly, and silly of all my breeds.

 

[The Chicken Lady]

I like big, friendly chickens with single combs and large wattles (sort of the "classic American chicken art" look) so Barred Rocks, Orpingtons, and Jersey Giants are on my "favorites" list.

 

[SundownWaterfowl]

Brahmas. I have Light Brahmas, they started laying at 21 weeks old. Nice large brown eggs, and can be used for meat birds , not mine though, they are for breeding.

Also, very very cold hardy

 

[hypnofrogstevie]

Buff orps for me. If it was long term pet then this little porcelain d'uccle is my #1 pick.