Seeking colored eggs? Ameraucana or Araucana, these birds will produce blue-shelled eggs.
A prolific producer of brown eggs, the Australorp is a black chicken with roots in Australia.

A solid dual-purpose bird, the Naked Neck's namesake trait can be passed on to any breed of chicken.

A relative of Rhode Island Reds, New Hampshires are primarly raised for meat.

Plumage is important in this large chicken breed; the Orpington lays brown eggs and is a popular backyard chicken choice.
The deep mahogany-colored Rhode Island Reds are popular for meat and egg laying--and make fine show birds.

A massive breed raised for meat and feathers, the African is a hardy breed of goose.

Prolific layers, Chinese geese are small, graceful and thought to descend from the Asian Swan goose.
The tall, down- and egg-producing Embden has been described as one of the most popular breeds of geese.

A medium-class, sex-linked breed, the Pilgrim has distinct coloration and produces fine meat.

A old, French breed, the heavy Toulouse is characterized by a large pendulous dewlap.