The ancestry of the Brahma traces back to China although much of their development took place in the U.S. between 1850 and 1890. The breeds is named after the Brahmaputra river in India.

Characteristics

Good Brahmas are beautiful, stately birds. Their large size and gentle nature combined with intricate color patterns makes them favorites for the country estate. The Brahma's appearance in the showroom never fails to command the admiration of one and all. These qualities have made them a favorite with showmen and fanciers. Brahmas do go broody and are fairly good mothers. Their pea combs with red wattles and earlobes, together with profuse feathering and well feathered shanks and toes enable them to stand cold temperatures very well. The relatively slow rate of growth and long time required to reach maturity have caused Brahmas to be passed by as a commercial fowl.

Standard Weights (Light)

Cock: 12 lbs
Hen: 9.5 lbs
Cockerel: 10 lbs
Pullet: 8 lbs

Standard Weights (Dark and Buff)

Cock: 1 1 lbs
Hen: 8.5 lbs
Cockerel: 9 lbs
Pullet: 7 lbs

Varieties

• Light
• Dark
• Buff

Skin Color

Yellow.

Egg Shell Color

Brown.

Use

A very heavy fowl for the production of heavy roasters or capons. Fair egg layers.

References

Chicken Breeds and Varieties (A2880), John L. Skinner, University of Wisconsin-Madison

American Brahma Club, Doris Robinson, Secretary, 1608 Zipperer Rd., Bradenton, FL 34202,
Phone: (941) 748-8398
Email: nanamamabrahma@worldnet.att.net

Ekarius, Carol. "Chickens: Brahma." Pocketful of Poultry: Chickens, Ducks, Geese, Turkeys. North Adams, MA: Storey Pub., 2007. 38-41. Print.