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Brown Egg Layers

Rainbow Chickens: Colorful Dual-Purpose Breed Guide

Brown eggsDocile, Calm, SocialCold hardyHeat hardy
250Eggs / year
In brief

Medium brown eggs, 8 to 9 lb at maturity, and a docile, calm, social temperament.

Breed specifications

Rainbow at a glance

Temperament
Docile, Calm, Social
Weight
8 to 9 lb
Eggs per year
250
Egg size
Medium
Egg color
Brown
Cold hardy
Yes
Heat hardy
Yes
Chick

The Rainbow is a dual-purpose bird that has one of the most unique feather color patterns you will ever see. It has every color you can imagine, and no two birds look alike. The best part about this breed is that they make wonderful birds for small backyard flocks whether you are raising for meat, eggs, or both!

Fun fact: Medium brown eggs.

Common questions

Rainbow questions, answered

How many eggs does a Rainbow lay?

About 250 medium brown eggs per year.

How big do Rainbows get?

Rainbows weigh 8 to 9 lb at maturity.

What is a Rainbow's temperament?

Docile, Calm, Social.

Is the Rainbow cold and heat hardy?

The Rainbow is cold hardy and heat hardy.

From Hoover's Hatchery

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