Some Rhode Island Reds

Answer:

HENS

Hint:

These feathered farmyard layers might be found pecking in a coop, especially if they're a popular brown-egg-producing breed.

Explanation:

"Rhode Island Reds" is a well-known breed of chicken, so the clue hints at the birds themselves. The word "some" suggests we're looking for a subset—here, it's the female chickens, which are called hens. The answer plays on the double meaning: the breed name points to chickens, while "some" narrows it down to just the hens.

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General solving tip

Match the clue's grammar: plural with plural, past with past. If the clue ends in 's' or uses a past-tense verb, mirror that form in the entry.

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