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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
Country of Origin Sweden
Cold tolerant yes
This remarkable table breed is considered a national treasure in its native France. Reputed to be the best-tasting chicken in the world, a roasted Bresse can cost hundreds of dollars at a Parisian restaurant. Greenfire Farms is the original and only importer of this extraordinary breed.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Large
Average number of eggs per year 250
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin France
Also called Bresse Gauloise
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2015, 2017
The most unique chicken on the planet! Revered for its striking, all-black appearance, this Indonesian chicken is known for its black feathers, black skin, black comb, black flesh, black organs, and black bones!
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Small to Medium
Average number of eggs per year 100 - 120
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin Indonesia
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2014, 2015
We can’t decide whether this is the chicken you buy for your best friend or worst enemy. At any rate, the exotic Ayam Ketawa, with its maniacal laughing vocalizations, will leave an indelible impression on both.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Small to Medium
Average number of eggs per year 150 - 180
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin Indonesia
Also called Gaga' or Ayam Gaga
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2018
Exhibiting possibly the most exquisite plumage of any chicken breed, Greenfire Farms has imported the large fowl silver double laced Barnevelders.
Egg Color brown
Egg Size Medium
Average number of eggs per year 160 - 200
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin Netherlands
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2016, 2023
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 is the uber chicken: autosexing, beautiful, friendly, and it lays gorgeous jumbo eggs! If you buy just one breed, this is it.
Egg Color brown
Egg Size Jumbo
Average number of eggs per year 200 - 230
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin Germany
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2011, 2013, 2017, 2021
The most popular autosexing breed in the world! This blue to green-egg laying wonder bird has a rich heritage, and Greenfire Farms was the original and only importer of this marvelous chicken.
Egg Color blue to green
Egg Size Medium
Average number of eggs per year 150 - 200
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin UK
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2012
A beautiful French breed with a very unique look and 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
The Deathlayer is a very proficient layer and with its tight cushion comb, iridescent greens and purples in its black feathers, luxuriant tail, and totally black doll eyes it can easily compete among the most beautiful chickens on the planet.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Medium
Average number of eggs per year 200 - 250
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin Germany
Also called Westfalische Totleger
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2018
Flarry Eye Greys are beautiful game fowl that originated in Ireland and were probably brought to the United States in the late 1800s.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Medium
Average number of eggs per year 140 - 160
Gamefowl yes
Country of Origin Ireland
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2016
The Gauloise Dorée is an ultra-rare breed and actually, the oldest chicken breed in France that provided genetics to every other chicken breed that would later emerge from France.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Medium
Average number of eggs per year 150 - 200
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin France
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2021
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
Country of Origin Sweden
Cold tolerant yes
Landrace Yes
Renowned for their hardiness and adaptability, the Icelandic chicken is well suited to the harsh climates and highly prized for its ability to forage and thrive in free-range environments, making it a popular choice for sustainable and organic farming practices.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Small to Medium
Average number of eggs per year 150 - 200
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin Iceland
Also called Íslenska landnámshænan
Cold tolerant yes
Landrace Yes
No other plumage coloring in the chicken genome is more breathtaking than the smoky, ethereal hue of lavender. These large fowl Wyandottes are stunning examples.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Medium
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin UK
Cold tolerant no
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
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Luikse Vechter
Cold tolerant yes
This robust dual-purpose breed is one of the first Greenfire Farms imported. To this day, it remains a favorite. If you're looking for a gentle, productive breed, the light Sussex will outperform. Our Sussex flock has been certified by the American Poultry Association.
Egg Color tan
Egg Size Large
Average number of eggs per year 240 - 260
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin UK
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2013
This giant lays an enormous number of eggs. With its feathered shanks and cuckoo feather pattern, it's one of our most popular dual-purpose breeds and for good reason!
Egg Color tan
Egg Size Jumbo
Average number of eggs per year 140 - 160
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Mechelse Koekoek
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2013
Reputed to lay the best-tasting eggs in the world, our Marans were directly imported from national champion French bloodlines. We breed imported black copper and white varieties.
Egg Color brown
Egg Size Large
Average number of eggs per year 150 - 200
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin France
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2015, 2018
This ancient Dutch breed is sure to impress with its striking color pattern and beard. Be sure to add some of these unique birds to your flock as we expect to sell out fast.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Jumbo
Average number of eggs per year 150 - 200
Gamefowl no
Country of Origin Netherlands
Also called Uilebaard
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2018
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
Country of Origin Russia
Cold tolerant yes
The Pita Pinta is the only chicken breed native to the Asturian region of Northern Spain where it traces its origins to the same chickens that were the foundational stock for the hardy Basque Hens.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Large
Average number of eggs per year 250
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds Yes
Country of Origin Spain
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2018
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
Landrace Yes
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
Country of Origin Sweden
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2011, 2013
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 Svarthöna or Swedish Black Hen
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2012, 2013
Landrace Yes
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
Country of Origin Sweden
Also called Skånsk Blommehöna
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2012
Landrace Yes