My Brahma Hen is so beautiful, although she is skiddish. In the afternoon she is okay with me holding her but during the day, no deal. I just got her about a week ago so I know she is not EXTREMELY used to me, so i can just wait a little and I bet I could hold her anytime of the day. Brahma's are a medium size, and compared to my precious Bantam, Autumn and the rooster Popeye, she is pretty heavy, but if you are looking for a pretty, dual purpose, medium-heavy bird, I suggest the Brahma