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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 endangered Belgian game fowl is striking in appearance and is also the cousin to the well-known Liege Fighter. The Bruges Fighter have a fierce appearance but are generally friendly toward people and can be an excellent choice for the dedicated hobbyist.
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
This Oxford Game is sure to impress with it's fiery orange plumage.
Egg Color white
Egg Size Small to Medium
Average number of eggs per year 100 - 120
Gamefowl yes
Table Breeds no
Country of Origin UK
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2018
Who doesn't want a chicken that looks like a dalmatian 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
A large, cold hardy breed with Russian roots. Calm and smart.
Egg Color tinted
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds no
Cold tolerant no
The Mechelen Turkey Head is currently very endangered in its native range, and good specimens with the desired, typical heads are rare.
Egg Color tinted
Egg Size Large
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds yes
Country of Origin Belgium
Also called Melchelse Kalkoen Kop
Cold tolerant yes
Year of import(s) 2021
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
An active dual-purpose breed from Belgium, this crested beauty in the quail color pattern reflects the colors of the Belgian flag: black, yellow, red.
Egg Color tinted
Gamefowl no
Table Breeds no
Country of Origin Belgium
Cold tolerant no
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
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
Table Breeds no
Country of Origin Germany
Also called Westfalische Totleger
Cold tolerant no
Year of import(s) 2016
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