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 |
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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 |
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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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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 |
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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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