Before you bring them home
What to keep in mind
Ask whether the line is bred for exhibition or utility. Broodiness and generous feathering affect everyday care.
England · Breed
Orpington
A full-feathered English breed with a calm reputation and many color varieties.
- Egg color
- Brown
- Purpose
- Dual purpose
- Climate
- Cooler-climate candidate
- Broodiness
- Often inclined to sit
Get to know this breed.
Egg expectations
Ask about the laying line.
Egg size: Ask breeder. Annual figures, where provided, are reference estimates rather than guarantees.
Size & disposition
Adults approximately 7–10 lb
Generally calm and docile. Individual birds and strains vary.
References & research notes
Research checked October 7, 2026. This is an introductory keeper profile. Breeding standards and varieties can differ by country.