what breed of chickens are brooders


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By Sassy on Thursday, April 1, 1999 - 07:57 pm:

this may really be a silly question,, but i was wanting to know which breed of chickens will set on the nest and raise chicks,,, i have rhode island reds and barred rocks and they have never set,,, i want one who will be a good setter and mother,,,HELP PLEASE,,, JUST NEED A FEW NAMES THANKS SASSY


By Chief on Friday, April 2, 1999 - 07:14 am:

Sassy,

Australorps, Brahmas, Buckeyes, Chanteclers, Cochins, Javas, Langshans, Orpingtons, Sumatras, Sussex, and Wyandottes are known to be good broodies. Silkies are also good broodies but are considered a bantam in this country. They are a medium sized bird. Good luck.


By lisaedgar on Saturday, April 3, 1999 - 01:27 am:

Austrolops, orpingtons are both good mothers, and great layers. Good luck.


By Sassy on Saturday, April 3, 1999 - 10:09 pm:

to chief and lisaedgar...... thanks so much for the names,,, now i have to go get me some!!!!! thanks again
sassy


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