How many eggs does a Rhode Island Red lay per year?

About 250 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).

How big does a Rhode Island Red get?

males about 8.5 lb, females about 6.5 lb.

What is the Rhode Island Red temperament like?

Typically hardy, active, docile.

What is a Rhode Island Red good for?

Kept mainly for eggs, dual-purpose (eggs and meat).

Does the Rhode Island Red go broody?

This breed goes broody sometimes.

Where does the Rhode Island Red originate from?

The Rhode Island Red originates from United States.

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Rhode Island Red

EggsDual-purpose Origin: United States

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Rhode Island Red at a glance

Eggs / year	~250≈ approx
Egg color	Brown
Egg size	Large
Cold hardiness	Good
Heat tolerance	Good
Size	♂ 8.5 lb · ♀ 6.5 lb
Temperament	Hardy · Active · Docile
Space / bird	~4 sq ft
Purpose	Eggs · Dual-purpose
Broodiness	Sometimes
Origin	United States

Sources: APA Standard of Perfection · Livestock Conservancy / okstate breeds. Blank fields are left empty — never invented.

Pros & cons

Pros

+Excellent egg layer
+Cold-hardy
+Docile & good with families

Cons

−Active — may need taller fencing

Derived from the specs above — not opinion.

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Rhode Island Red — frequently asked questions

How many eggs does a Rhode Island Red lay per year?: About 250 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).
What color eggs does a Rhode Island Red lay?: brown.
How big does a Rhode Island Red get?: males about 8.5 lb, females about 6.5 lb.
What is the Rhode Island Red temperament like?: Typically hardy, active, docile.
Is the Rhode Island Red cold-hardy?: Cold hardiness: Good.
Can the Rhode Island Red handle heat?: Heat tolerance: Good.
What is a Rhode Island Red good for?: Kept mainly for eggs, dual-purpose (eggs and meat).
Does the Rhode Island Red go broody?: This breed goes broody sometimes.
Where does the Rhode Island Red originate from?: The Rhode Island Red originates from United States.