Red Orpington

The Red Orpington variety was claimed by W Holmes Hunt and appeared in 1910/1912. Early specimens were seen at the Crystal Palace in 1911 . A specialist breed club was formed in in 1912 , and had two well established rivals to compete with , in the Red Sussex and the Rhode Island Red . Red Orpingtons were first seen at the 12th German National Show held at Nuremburg in 1908. I is considered a rare colour and very few have been breed in the US and even fewer in Canada. Much like the Red Cuckoo, they are more delicate when growing out so much care with husbandry, lighting, heating and not overcrowding are essential to the success of these birds.

It boasts one of the most striking colours with deep shades of ruby, burgundy and deep burnt orange and cascading tail plumage that would make most other breeds pale in comparison. I’m proud to be offering these stunning birds in limited qualities to the poultry coinsure!

Heritage:
English
Egg Colour: Pink/ Brown
Egg Count: 180-200 per year
Hens Body weight: 7-9 lbs
Rooster Body weight: 10-12 lbs
Temperament: Very Friendly
Hardiness: Docile, Quiet, and Affectionate, Canadian winter hardy after adulthood

Genetics:
Dominant. Mahogany restricts eumelanin and enhances the color of red as it Restricts black in the back and wing of both males and females.