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This unique autosexing breed was developed in Sweden, and the hens lay very large eggs for their body size.
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.
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
A medium sized and attractive breed from the mountainous regions of Spain and France. This breed will thrive in difficult conditions.
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.
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
A beautiful and ultra-exotic French breed with a very unique look. A large breed with excellent taste.
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
An ultra-exotic and beautiful bird uniquely adapted to the cold.
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.
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.
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
This incredibly unique Russian breed is especially cold-hardy. If you're interested in a breed with a really intriguing history, read on!
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.
Egg Color green
Egg Size Medium
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds yes
Country of Origin UK
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2018
A unique breed that hails from Sweden and is known for its moss green eggs.
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.
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.
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
This beautiful Swedish landrace breed possesses all the splendor and diversity of a field of wildflowers.
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