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New Hampshire Red
Also known as: New Hampshire
Lighter, faster-maturing cousin of the RIR.
🐣 Beginner friendly❄ Cold hardy☀ Heat hardy
Egg color
brown
Eggs / year
220
Egg size
large
Purpose
dual
Class
American
Size
large
Hen weight
6.5 lbs
Rooster weight
8.5 lbs
Temperament
aggressive layer, competitive
Noise level
moderate
Origin
USA
Lifespan
6–8 yrs
About the New Hampshire Red
Selectively bred from Rhode Island Reds for faster growth and earlier laying.
Care tips
Can be pushy at the feeder — manage flock dynamics.
Color varieties
chestnut red
Fun facts
- Used in the original Cornish Cross meat bird cross