Light Brahma
The Light Brahma is a majestic, large chicken breed known for its striking appearance and gentle temperament. A variety of the Brahma breed, the Light Brahma features a beautiful blend of white feathers with black and gray markings, giving it a light and elegant look.
Key Features:
Appearance: Light Brahmas have predominantly white feathers with black or dark gray lacing around their neck, wings, and tail, creating a soft, attractive contrast. They have large, muscular bodies with feathered legs and feet, adding to their impressive and elegant appearance. Their single comb is red, and they have red wattles and ear lobes.
Size: The Light Brahma is a large breed, with hens typically weighing around 8-9 lbs and roosters weighing 10-12 lbs. Their robust build and feathered legs give them a substantial and dignified look.
Egg Production: Light Brahmas are moderate layers, producing about 150-200 large brown eggs per year. While not the highest-producing breed, they are reliable layers and do well in colder weather, continuing to lay even during the winter months.
Temperament: Known for their calm, friendly, and docile nature, Light Brahmas are easy to handle and get along well with other chickens. They are laid-back, not easily startled, and tend to enjoy a relaxed lifestyle, making them a good choice for families or beginner chicken keepers.
Hardiness: Like other Brahma varieties, the Light Brahma is exceptionally hardy. Their thick feathering helps protect them from the cold, and they adapt well to a variety of climates, though they thrive in cooler conditions.
Summary:
The Light Brahma is a large, friendly breed with beautiful white plumage and feathered legs. Known for their calm temperament and reliability as egg layers, Light Brahmas are a great addition to any flock, especially in colder climates. Their docile nature and hardy constitution make them an excellent choice for both ornamental and productive purposes.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
There is a minimum requirement of 3 PER BREED on females. No minimum requirement on males only. This applies to local pick up orders that are pre-ordered.
SHIPPING POLICY
Orders are shipping February 5th through October 29th every Monday and Wednesday (excluding holidays). We will do everything we can to get your chicks scheduled based on your preferred ship month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will arrive during that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is reserved. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page. Please read through our Guarantee and Policies for more information.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders made for local pickup will be available for pickup Friday & Saturday the week your order is scheduled. We will do everything we can to get your birds scheduled for pickup based on your preferred month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will be available at that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is scheduled. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page.
Orders must be picked up the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up will not be rescheduled and will be considered abandoned. We do not offer refunds on abandoned orders. This applies to orders that are shorted (not all breeds hatched out as expected). On orders that are shorted, remaining chicks on order will need to be picked up as scheduled.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
