Rhode Island Red

Feathers from the Rhode Island Red, a famous dual-purpose breed of domestic chicken known for its hardy nature, rich mahogany-red plumage, and prolific egg-laying capabilities.

Rich rust-red to deep reddish-brown coloration with some darker blackish tipping on the smaller contour feather and a clean, pale whitish rachis base.

Pennaceous structure on the upper portions with tightly interlocked barbs and barbicels, transitioning to a semiplumaceous or plumulaceous fluffy base at the bottom.

Sturdy, pale cream-colored central rachis with high barb density and uniform angle of barbs extending outwards.

Smooth, slightly glossy pennaceous surface with a flexible yet resilient rachis and softer, downy base.

Body contour (smaller) and wing covert or secondary (larger), determined by size, coloration, and vane structure typical of gallinaceous poultry.

Distinctive rich reddish-brown or rust color, sturdy shaft, and combination of pennaceous vane and fluffy base.

Domestic farmyards, backyards, coops, and agricultural pastures worldwide.

Globally distributed due to human domestication and agricultural trade.

Domestic livestock providing eggs and meat, serving an essential role in human agriculture and sustainable backyard homesteading.

Other brown chicken breeds such as New Hampshire Red, ISA Brown, or Buff Orpington.

The Rhode Island Red was developed in the 19th century in Rhode Island and Massachusetts by crossing various Asiatic and Mediterranean breeds. It is the state bird of Rhode Island.

Widely used in craft projects, fly-tying, decorative displays, and educational collections representing domestic poultry.

Found near backyard coops, agricultural areas, or molt sites where domestic chickens are kept.

Good condition, intact barbs, clean appearance with minimal wear.