This unique autosexing breed was developed in Sweden, and the hens lay very large eggs for their body size.
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| Egg Color |
white |
| Egg Size |
Jumbo |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 250 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Sweden |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
|
The Barbu de Watermael is a small bantam breed from Belgium that is by our reckoning the cutest chicken we’ve ever seen.
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| Egg Color |
white |
| Egg Size |
Very small |
| Average number of eggs per year |
100 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Belgium |
| Also called |
Watermaalse Baardkriel |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2019 |
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A medium sized and attractive breed from the mountainous regions of Spain and France. This breed will thrive in difficult conditions.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Medium |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
yes |
| Country of Origin |
Spain |
| Also called |
Euskal Oiloa or Marraduna Basque |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
|
This endangered Belgian game fowl is striking in appearance and is also the cousin to the well-known Liege Fighter. The Bruges Fighter has a fierce appearance but is generally friendly toward people.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Large |
| Average number of eggs per year |
150 |
| Gamefowl |
yes |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Belgium |
| Also called |
Brugse Vechter |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2021 |
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A beautiful and ultra-exotic French breed with a very unique look. A large breed with excellent taste.
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| Egg Color |
white |
| Egg Size |
Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
100 - 120 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
yes |
| Country of Origin |
France |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2017 |
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An ultra-exotic and beautiful bird uniquely adapted to the cold.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Small to Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
150 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Sweden |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
|
Although this giant, muscular Belgian game fowl has a fierce appearance, Liege Fighters are generally friendly toward people and can be an excellent choice for the dedicated hobbyist willing to explore the extremes of the poultry kingdom.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Large |
| Average number of eggs per year |
150 |
| Gamefowl |
yes |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Belgium |
| Also called |
Luikse Vechter |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
|
What this tiny Swedish landrace breed lacks in size, it more than makes up for with boldness and charm. Once exceptionally rare, this breed has gained a cult following in the U.S.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Small |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 250 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2012, 2014 |
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This incredibly unique Russian breed is especially cold-hardy. If you're interested in a breed with a really intriguing history, read on!
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Small to Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
70 - 90 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Russia |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
|
Although almost extinct, the Shetland Hen is one of the most fascinating and intriguing landrace chickens in the world.
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| Egg Color |
green |
| Egg Size |
Medium |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
yes |
| Country of Origin |
UK |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2018 |
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A unique breed that hails from Sweden and is known for its moss green eggs.
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| Egg Color |
green |
| Egg Size |
Large |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 250 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Sweden |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2011, 2013 |
|
Who doesn't want a chicken that looks like a dalmation with a Mohawk? The Appenzeller Spitzhauben is one of our most visually interesting breeds, and Greenfire Farms went all the way to Switzerland to find and import champion bloodlines.
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| Egg Color |
white |
| Egg Size |
Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
150 - 180 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Switzerland |
| Also called |
Appenzeller Spitzhauben |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2019 |
|
A sturdier, more cold-hardy version of its distant cousin, the Ayam Cemani, the Swedish Black Hen is an utterly captivating bird. Combining practicality with bewitching good looks, this breed is definitely a conversation starter.
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| Egg Color |
tinted |
| Egg Size |
Small to Medium |
| Average number of eggs per year |
200 - 250 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
yes |
| Country of Origin |
Sweden |
| Also called |
Svart Hona or Svarthöna |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2012, 2013 |
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This beautiful Swedish landrace breed possesses all the splendor and diversity of a field of wildflowers.
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| Egg Color |
tan |
| Egg Size |
Large |
| Average number of eggs per year |
150 - 200 |
| Gamefowl |
no |
| Table Breeds |
no |
| Country of Origin |
Sweden |
| Also called |
Skånsk Blommehöna |
| Cold tolerant |
yes |
| Year of import(s) |
2012 |
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