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Rhode Island Red Poultry
A hardy American dual-purpose hen and one of the most reliable brown-egg layers.
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Rhode Island Red facts
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| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Rhode Island, USA (1850s) | Grubbly Farms |
| Purpose | Dual-purpose: eggs and meat | Grubbly Farms |
| Average Weight | 2.9–3.9 kgNote: Hen ~2.9 kg; cock ~3.9 kg. | My Pet Chicken |
| Lifespan | 5–8 yearsNote: Heritage birds often live 9–10+ years. | Grubbly Farms |
| Egg Production | 200–300 eggs/yearNote: Large brown eggs; ~4–6 per week at peak. | Grubbly Farms |
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