Today’s breed is one many backyard keepers have never heard of, and that is a shame, because the Sapphire Splash is a beauty With its cool blue-grey plumage scattered with darker freckles, this striking hen is a cousin of the better-known Sapphire Gem and one of the friendliest chickens you can add to a flock The Sapphire Splash combines good looks, dependable egg laying, and a famously sweet temperament, which makes it a wonderful choice for families and first-time keepers alike If you want a bird that is as charming in personality as it is in color, this one