These Barred Rock Hens are a 1-2 years old and are still laying well.
Barred Plymouth Rock Chickens are an old-time favorite brown egg layer as well as a popular dual-purpose breed. The Plymouth Rock breed is very friendly and does well in cold weather. Plymouth Rock Chickens are a high producer of brown eggs, have a meaty body, a docile personality, and good hardiness in all climates, making them much desired in all flocks. These lovely birds have black and white barred feathers, with the roosters slightly lighter in color than the hens.
The Plymouth Rock breed was first seen on American farms in the middle of the 19th century. The breed first appeared in Massachusetts in 1849, then disappeared for about 20 years, resurfacing in 1869. The barred color pattern was the first one developed, then the other color varieties of the Plymouth Rock came later. Currently, there are seven color varieties recognized in the US: Barred, White, Blue, Buff, Columbian, Partridge, and Silver Penciled. The Plymouth Rock breed was accepted into the APA Standard of Perfection in 1874
By the 1940s, the Barred Plymouth Rock was hands-down the single most popular breed with small American farms. The breed is hardy, docile, feathers out quickly and heavily lays an average of 200 brown eggs a year, and can provide meat for a family.
Average mature weight: Hens 7.5 lbs; Roosters 9.5 lbs
