The Barred Plymouth Rock chicken is one of the all-time, popular favorites in the U.S. They can't be beat for steady, reliable chickens. This Heritage breed was debeloped in New England in the early 1800's by crossing Dominiques and Black Javas. These hardy, dual-purpose chickens are known as prolific brown egg layers and the hens are not discouraged by cold weather.
 
Egg color: Brown
Egg Size: Medium-Large
Eggs per year: ~280
Weeks to Lay: ~24