Purebred Heritage Chickens for Sale in Queensland – Grandchester Heritage Chickens

• Rhode Island Red – Known for their excellent egg-laying abilities and hardiness.
• Plymouth Rock – A calm and friendly breed, great for both eggs and meat.
• Sussex – Hardy and excellent layers of brown eggs.
• Australorp – Known for their excellent egg production and temperament.
• Barnevelder – A unique breed with striking plumage and good egg-laying capabilities

We sure do! Grandchester Heritage Chickens specializes in delivering healthy, heritage-breed pet chickens to homes across Queensland. Whether you’re looking for friendly backyard companions or productive egg layers, we offer a range of beautiful, ethically raised birds delivered straight to your area. We provide reliable delivery to Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and Toowoomba, as well as northern regions from the Sunshine Coast all the way up to Townsville. Our heritage chickens are known for their strong genetics, longevity, and charming personalities, making them perfect additions to any backyard flock. With our trusted service, you can enjoy happy, healthy chickens no matter where you are in Queensland!

Coccidiosis in chicks and young pullets is a serious parasitic disease caused by Eimeria species, leading to intestinal damage. Key symptoms to watch for include lethargy, ruffled feathers, reduced appetite, and slow or stunted growth. Affected birds may exhibit pale combs and wattles due to anemia, as well as weakness and huddling together. A hallmark sign is bloody or watery diarrhea, which may appear reddish or orange due to intestinal lining damage. In severe cases, dehydration, weight loss, and sudden death can occur. Early detection and treatment are crucial to prevent outbreaks and high mortality rates in the flock. We recommend to use Baycox to treat Coccidiosis and sell 50ml bottles.

• 1.New Hampshire Chickens: If you’re looking for a chicken breed that provides excellent egg production, the New Hampshire chicken might be the perfect choice. Known for their hardiness and reliable laying habits, New Hampshire hens can produce 300+ eggs per year, making them a great option for both small-scale and commercial egg production.
• 2.Leghorn – One of the top egg layers, Leghorns can lay around 300+ eggs per year They’re hardy and very efficient but may be a bit flighty.
• 3.Australorp – Known for their calm temperament and excellent egg-laying ability, Australorps can lay up to 300+ eggs per year annually. They are a good choice for beginners.
• 4.Rhode Island Red – A very popular breed for egg production, Rhode Island Reds are reliable layers, often producing 300+ eggs per year They’re also hardy and good for all climates.

Provide a Safe and Comfortable Coop

• Space: Ensure your chickens have enough space in the coop—about 2–3 square feet per bird inside the coop and 8–10 square feet per bird in the run.
• Ventilation: Good airflow is key to preventing respiratory issues.
• Protection: Make sure the coop is secure from predators like foxes, raccoons, and birds of prey. Strong fencing and a solid roof are important.
  

  Proper Nutrition

  • Quality Feed: Heritage chickens, like all chickens, require a balanced diet. Offer a high-quality layer feed that provides the necessary vitamins and minerals. Supplement with fresh grains, vegetables, and occasional treats (like mealworms).
  • Fresh Water: Ensure your chickens always have access to fresh, clean water. This is essential for their health and egg production.

Are your kids begging you for chickens (or are they just your excuse to get chickens for yourself)? Either way, you’ll want to pick breeds that tend toward calm, docile dispositions. These are our favourite breeds for kids:

• Orpington
• Brahma
• Sussex
• Easter Egger
• Wyandotte
• Australorp

You may be accustomed to seeing brown and white eggs at the store, but some breeds lay blue eggs, others green, others deep chocolate brown, cream-colored and almost everything in between! We adore the variety of colours we get from our flock.

These are the breeds to look at if you want an especially colourful egg basket:

• For blue eggs: Lavender Araucana, Cream Legbars,  
• For olive eggs: Easter Egger (Olive Egg Layers)
• For medium dark brown eggs:  Barnevelders, Easter Egger (Brown Egg Layers)
• For very dark, chocolate brown eggs: Marans
• For pinkish brown eggs: Plymouth Rocks, Orpingtons (Buff, Splash, Blue)
• For cream-colored eggs: Sussex,(Light,Buff,Lavender Wyandotte,(Gold Laced, Silver Laced) Rhode Island Red
• For white eggs: Leghorns(Brown,White Silver Spangled Hamburgh, Polish