Will You Suggest a Breed?

[kevinnini]

What breed might have these characteristics...in order of priority?

1. Be cold hardy and lay through the winter
2. Good forager and alert
3. A moderate size frame
4. Interesting plumage and egg color

It may be my perfect bird!
Thanks for looking, Kevin

 

[junebuggena]

Easter Egger. And for winter laying, you really need to supplement lighting. Most young pullets will lay through their first winter, but after that 99% of hens will quit if they don't get enough light to stimulate egg production.

 

[chickieluv123]

They don't have the coolest egg color but are pretty, alert, and are very hardy. I would recommend a Dominique

 

[kevinnini]

That's what I was thinking too!

 

[chickieluv123]

So glad I could help

 

[FreedomFarm13]

Wyandottes are also excellent winter layers...and the rose comb helps with the whole frostbite issue that can arise with a single comb. Their plumage is great and comes in several colors, so you could have a couple of each (I love all the laced colors). They do just have brown eggs, but they're a good size and lay well. Just a suggestion! Hope you get chickies that make you happy, either way!!! Good luck!!