The 20 Best Chicken Breeds for Beginners

Are you thinking about getting chickens for your backyard homestead? If so, you may be wondering which chicken breeds are the best for beginners.

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There are many different chicken breeds out there, and each one has its unique characteristics. Today, we will discuss 20 of the best chicken breeds for beginners.

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Rhode Island Red

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Australorp

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Buff Orpington

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Leghorns

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