The Red Star chicken is a great brown egg layer. These brown egg layers are easy to raise, lay lots of large brown eggs, and have a good feed-conversion ratio. Mature hens have reddish brown feathers with flecks of white throughout. At approximately 22 weeks, these hens will start to lay and lay they will - laying eggs right through hot or cold weather. We're sure this hardy breed will become a favorite of yours. No wonder it's called the Red Star. | Murray McMurray Hatchery Red Star Chicken Pullet