ISA Brown Chicks

Description

The ISA Brown is a fairly recently developed hybrid chicken designed by man TO LAY EGGS!

Originally developed in France around 1978, the ISA stands for Institut de Sélection Animale. In 1997 the Institut was merged with Merck and Co and the breed then became the Hubbard ISA.

Their exact genetic make-up is a closely guarded trade secret, but speculation has been pointed at the Rhode Island Red and white breeds with input from White Leghorns. What other breeds may be involved is a mystery.

Appearance

At a quick glance, you could be forgiven for mistaking them for Rhode Island Reds. When you look more closely you will notice their red/brown is lighter in shade – more of a light chestnut brown.

The ISA brown is a medium-sized bird with a rectangular body and a slight dip to the back. The tail is held upright, they occasionally have some white tail feathers.

The comb and wattles are red in color with the comb being single and upright. Eyes range from a yellow to a bay red color. They are classified as small to medium hen weighing around 5lb.

ISA Brown Chicken Temperament and Disposition

The ISA brown is of a friendly, sweet and docile nature. They are a fairly quiet hen and so suit backyard living well.

They are known to be affectionate with their owners and enjoy being held and cuddled; often jumping into your lap unannounced to enjoy some affection and treats.

ISAs stand confinement very well but enjoy foraging for bugs and other tasty morsels!
Egg Laying Ability of the Isa Brown

ISA Brown Egg ProductionThese hard-working girls can lay in excess of 300 large brown eggs per year! They barely pause for the molt and get right back to it, making them one of the best breeds for egg laying around.