A triple threat, the Barnevelder is great for egg laying, meat production, and even has a following as a show bird. A large bird, they are known to be calm and easy to handle, even consdiered shy by some.
Suited best as an ornamental breed, the Booted Bantam is easy to tame to the point of becoming a pet since tehy are calm and very friendly. They come in many varieties of colors.
The Brahma can do everything, from lay eggs to become a filling dinner to win awards at a breed show. This is one of the largest breeds in the world and is an ideal chicken for newcomers as they're easy to manage.