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Buckeye Chickens
Buckeyes are the only APA-recognized breed created by a woman! They quickly stole our hearts - they are sweet and curious, always underfoot, and great bug hunters! They're also cold-hardy with tiny pea combs. Of all our chickens, these are our absolute favorite and we hope to always have this breed in our coop. Our line is from Bill Dyke, who retired in 2021. He started with Lay/Shumaker lines, and most people agree that he bred the friendliest birds they'd ever seen!
Quick Facts
Eggs
Buckeyes lay on average 240 medium-large light/medium brown eggs per year. They have been our only birds consistently laying during the winter of 2022-2023.
Size
Buckeye hens weigh about 6.5lbs and roosters should weigh about 9lbs. Some breeders are letting them get too small, which is against SOP.
Cold Hardiness
Buckeyes are exceptionally cold hardy! Their pea combs are perfect for our Wisconsin weather.
Personality
We've said it a zillion times, but we will again. Buckeyes are our favorite breed here! Sure, there are flashier chickens that lay prettier eggs, but none of the others have matched our Buckeyes' amazing personalities. We've heard that a very popular breeder has amazing-looking Buckeyes, but they're mean and don't live long. We specifically sought out Bill Dyke's birds because everyone loves them so much! They are ridiculously curious and constantly underfoot, trying to "help" with whatever we're doing. The roosters all live in harmony. In the bachelor pad, they're consistently tied with the Bielefelders for lowest in the pecking order. They are little raptors, though! They will happily chase down any bug or mouse or small reptile they can find. They definitely prefer to free range, but are also content in a run.
Photos of Past & Present Flock
