Gold Sexlink

Gold Sex Link

The Gold Sex Link is a highly productive hybrid layer known for its friendly personality and dependable egg production. Bred by crossing Rhode Island–type roosters (such as the Rhode Island Red) with lighter-colored hens (often a White Leghorn or similar breed), this cross produces chicks that can be sexed at hatch by color—making flock planning simple and efficient.

• Purpose: Egg production

• Egg Color: Brown to dark brown

• Egg Size: Large to Extra-Large

• Production: 280–320+ eggs per year

• Mature Weight:

  • Hens: 5–6 lbs

  • Roosters: Typically not sold (sex-linked pullets)

• Temperament: Friendly, docile, people-oriented

• Hardiness: Adaptable to most climates

Gold Sex Links are bred specifically for performance. Hens typically begin laying around 16–18 weeks of age and quickly become consistent, high-volume producers. Their excellent feed efficiency and strong early production make them a favorite for backyard keepers and small farms..

One of the biggest benefits of Gold Sex Links is their color distinction at hatch. Female chicks are typically reddish-gold, while males are lighter in color. This allows hatcheries and customers to accurately select pullets without waiting weeks to determine gender.

Gold Sex Links are known for their calm, approachable personalities. They adapt well to confinement or free-range setups and generally integrate easily into mixed flocks. While not typically broody, they focus their energy on laying rather than sitting. Smoothly into mixed flocks.