New Hampshires
The New Hampshire is an American Heritage chicken breed, named for the state where it originated. The New Hampshire was admitted to the Standard by the American Poultry Association (APA) in 1935. Developed by selecting the Rhode Island Red for rapid growth, fast feathering, early maturity and vigor, today New Hampshire is its own breed.
Known for their deep, broad bodies, they are often raised as a dual-purpose breed — as a good, medium-sized meat bird, and large brown eggs. Several years ago, we worked to improve our flock with males from a New Hampshire breeder who described his birds as being especially endowed with "spizzerinktum" — today they are exceptionally handsome and vigorous.
Hens are fair layers and prone to go broody. They are good mothers to their young chicks, making them a good choice for those wanting a sustainable, Heritage flock.
The New Hampshire is a medium chestnut red color, lighter than a Rhode Islands, with a single comb and yellow legs. These are hardy birds but care should be given to protect their combs in extreme cold temperatures.
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