NARRAGANSETT, R.I. — In a small, penned area in the back corner of a museum lot is a flock of chickens seen by some as a savior, of sorts, for this small state. Months ago, residents concerned ...

During the long summer days, Peeler will collect 45 to 50 dozen eggs daily, in a range of colors as diverse as her happy hens. The Rhode Island Red hens lay a light brown, the Araucana a beautiful ...

The whole process takes 24-26 hours to produce one egg, and a healthy hen bred for laying (like a Rhode Island Red, Plymouth Rock or White Leghorn) can lay 200-300 eggs per year. ...

Thinking about raising backyard chickens? Learn the rules, challenges and expert tips to ensure a healthy and productive flock.

— The state bird of Rhode Island is the appropriately named Rhode Island Red, an American breed of chicken. It’s a popular choice for backyard flocks because of its hardiness and egg-laying ...