Hens are mostly black with lighter breasts and straw colored lines on the feather shafts. We have maintained this breed since 1990 Chicks $5.00 each (Maximum of 15 per hatch)SOLD OUT FOR 2023, Chocolate Orpington- large blocky gentle birds with a deep chocolate color. Egg color will vary between pale green, olive green, occasionally brown, or olive green with brown spots. They lay a nice blue egg, really closer to blue with my vision than any Ameraucana. Egg color is a very pale tan. Some variability in color exists. They have a small walnut comb and are fairly small sized, but lay extremely well an off white egg and for the most part have a nice temperament. We have maintained this breed since 1997. Our strain tends to have less crown to the comb but lay a very dark brown egg. White skin and legs. They would do better in a free-range situation. They have an unusual comb - - - single in the front with multiple lobes at the rear. They have a unique, buttercup shaped comb, something like moose antlers. Barred Ameraucana- A barred cuckoo pattern. Blue Laced Barnevelder- colorful and good layers of a nice medium brown egg. The first breed we had on the farm and a band of raccoons in June 2020 almost wiped them out. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 15 per hatch) SOLD OUT FOR 2023, Delaware- They are a fast grower, lay huge brown eggs, have moderately large single comb with five well-defined points, white with gray/black cuckoo neck, tail and wing feathers. We have maintained this breed since 2003.Chicks $6.00 (Maximum of 10 perhatch), Wheaten Barnevelders- over 20 years ago I aquired a group of Barnevelders of various color patterns . (See Glossary on Poultry Page for Blue Genetics explanation) CHICKS $7.00 EACH. Medium weight, dual purpose fowl with yellow skin and eggs in shades of brown. We have maintained this breed since 1990 Chicks $5.00 each (Maximum of 15 per hatch), Crele Orpington- large blocky Orpington build, colorful and calm . I have found over the years they are very susceptible to many poultry ailments with almost no tolerance or resistance. We have selected these for over 20 years and watched the vigor and tolerances to issues continue to improve and offer them to the backyard enthusiast that wants a hardier bird that tolerates, many issues and cold as well as still goes broody. White Orpington - White skin, feathers and legs. Chicks $8.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch) SOLD OUT THROUGH END OF 2023, Cuckoo Orpington- Large blocky birds that are cuckoo in color pattern. They forage well.We have maintained this breed since 2000. They lay very pale brown eggs and have a medium sized single comb with five points. All Orientals lay a very pale brown egg. You may receive anything from the most common to the rarest, depending upon what is left after specific breed orders have been filled. They are an excellent choice for free-range broilers. You will see a diversity in comb type as well. Chicks $4.00 each ( maximum of 15 per hatch), ASSORTED ORPINGTONS:This assortment may be made up from any of the varieties of Orpingtons. Most Ive seen are shades of greenish blue. Chicks $10.00 each, ( maximum of 10 per hatch) SOLD OUT THROUGH MAY 30, Black Breasted Red Cubalaya - Developed in Cuba from original stock imported from the Philippines. We have maintained this breed since 2000. Photo is from Craig Johnson who obtained stock from us and continues to work and improve on them.Chicks $8.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch)SOLD OUT FOR 2023. Please take the time to go to the main poultry page and read about our ordering requirements and other important information such as we never sell hatching eggs. Maintaining yellow legs is the biggest challenge. Of the dark egg laying breeds, these are the tops for production. We obtained some of Ron's flock when he passed on and sent out to a number of individuals. Originally, they were left to fend for . They should also be kept off wet grass as they chill easily. Eventually a friendfoundfew and we are stillworkingon perfecting the colorand type. I had recently acquired numerous varieties of Dorkings and was fearful the rare genetics would perish fast. This breed is not currently in the APA Standard. I finally got some chicks about 5 year ago only to not get any males. SOLD OUT THROUGH JUNE 13, Buff Orpington - Large, golden buff color, white skin, white legs. Chicks $7.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch), Red Pyle Cubalaya- A colorful small sized chicken with a small pea comb. When we obtained this breed there were no other documented breeders left and they were headed straight for extinction. Chicks $7.00 each( maximum of 10 per hatch), Iowa Blue- Gray penciled pattern, pale brown eggs, medium to moderately large single comb with six points. Admitted to the APA Standard in 1905. They lay a brown egg. Chicks $5.00 each (Maximum of 10 per hatch), Speckled Sussex- White spots on a chestnut brown background. These are not recognized by the APA. They have four toes and very short legs. (See Poultry Glossary on Poultry Page for explanation.) Sebrights are very upright birds that like to strut around. ASSORTED AMERAUCANAS:This assortment may be made up from any of the Ameraucanas. They are good layers and make good pets. We obtained some of Ron's flock when he passed on and sent out to a number of individuals. Sure enough he was right and none of the Dorkings perished. Excellent layers of white eggs. It is on my phone and I can use voice to text and answer much easier. Chicks $6.00 each (maximum of 20 per hatch)SOLD OUT THROUGH JULY 11. Muffed Old English Game- A colorful mix of muffed (bearded) Old English Game Fowl. They like to be able to free range but care with diet needs to be taken as they do get fat easily. We have maintained this breed since 1990. They are not a terribly large chicken but are extremely feed efficient. We have selected for production first, show type second. They are calm and friendly as well. The original colours for Scots Dumpy's were black and cuckoo. Chicks $8.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch), Golden Campine- Deep rich golden neck feathers. We have maintained this breed since 2017. This is a group that doesnt fit into any other APA category and, unless otherwise noted, are not listed in the APA Standard at this time. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 20 per hatch)SOLD OUT THROUGH MAY 30, Partridge Rock - Colorful breed where the hens are an off-shade of brown with penciling. Chicks $8.00 each. They are excellent layers of white eggs and are thrifty and great foragers.We have maintained this breed since 2001. Our strain tends to not have the pure white earlobes. Long known in France for their table qualities. When Ron's neighbor Josh got the flocks after Ron passed on we were able to salvage a few Golden version birds and are still working with them. Rare in this country. Birds are pure black and lay a white egg. 17 August 2013. Large bodied birds that are calm and easy to handle. Chicks $6.00 each ( Maximum of 5 per hatch), Light Brahma- Large stocky birds with the columbian pattern of black and neck and tailfeathers. Leg color varies from slate blue to off white. First came to America in 1835. When Ifinallyhadaplaceto house them they were no longershowingup at the show. We select for winter hardiness, egg size and productivity. Cackle Hatchery - Cackle is an NPIP registered hatchery based in Lebanon, Missouri. Eggs tend to be various shades of brown. Chris Sep 26, 2011 #6 draye Crowing Nov 30, 2010 8,975 693 381 Arkansas The first Canadian breed originating in Quebec in 1918. You will get a great chance to experience rare and heritage poultry without a great outlay of expense. They tend to lay best in the Fall and Winter and once it gets warm production decreases. They lay a very pale brown egg. We have maintained this breed since 1993. Please note: I see many White Rocks at the fairs I judge and none ever seem to have a decent size. They are excellent foragers, good setters and mothers. My last hen lived to be 12yrs and was a wonderful pet, she followed me everywhere and sat on my knee. Color variations occur within this variety. When we obtained the Cuckoo Scots Dumpies they threw a few yellow legged birds, which at first we immediately culled and then as we removed the trait from them I kept a few of these and noticed how much more vigorous and thrifty they were than their white legged true to type form. Now much more common in Latin America, but very rare in the USA. Chicks $6.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch), La Fleche - A rare old French breed with a unique v-shaped comb that looks much like 2 points going straight up (like two horns). 2023 Hatch Weeks: Specific breeds start April 4, 18; May 2, 16,30; June 13,27 ; July 11, 25; August 8, 22; September 5, 19: October 3 and 17 ( No specific breeds in March, September and October only assortments). All of ours are single comb with six points. Generally they are very calm breed. yet another one of the white egg laying breeds in serious danger of depletion. Color pattern of chicks and adults is similar to Brown Leghorns. Both lines were very inbred and not very thrifty. They sort of resemble a buffy Delaware in type and color. The cuckoo has mottled legs and feet. They lay well year around. Females will vary from silvery to golden straw with varying chest colors. They are gorgeous and good layers of medium sized eggs. Chicks $8.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Cuckoo Maran - Both French (feather-legged) and English (clean-legged) strains are kept together. We design beautiful, easy to maintain products which give you more time to spend with your pets. A dark egg laying breed of Dutch origin. There is still a slight possibility of an off-type bird. Chicks $6.00 each ( Maximum of 10 per hatch), Exchequer Leghorn - Beautiful mottled pattern distinctive from Ancona in the large amounts of white. They lay a dark brown egg. I quickly gathered them up and isolated them but a few days later I came home to wheelbarrows of dead birds and a few gasping birds. We have maintained this breed since 1992. Interestingly enough it showed true and the crosses handled things well. Occasionally we have some extras from genetic crossing experiments. They have a massive bone structure that they put on first before body mass. They are productive for 3 years of their 9 year lifespan. Chicks $4.00 each ( maximum of 25 per hatch), Barred Holland- A barred medium sized breed, not as big as Barred Rocks, good layers of a white or tinted egg. Knowing Icelands moderate maritime climate and that this breed had developed there for over a thousand years, I was fearful they would not handle the extremes of Iowa weather very well. They have a single comb with five or more points. We have worked with the combination of these lines for some years and have flushed out some genes and are continuing to select for the best type bird with vigor. Eggs tend to be various shades of brown. (Maximum 5 per hatch). Adult birds grow to a nice, large size. They finally got to the farm here when I fixed a place for them in January 1989 a month after I moved in. Chicks $6.00 each ( Maximum of 5 per hatch), White Minorca - When ALBC did a survey of important breeds in our countrys development, I realized I hadnt seen one since I was a child. Occasional white legs do show up. Largest of the Mediterraneans. They are a unique and fascinating breed but unfortunately the gene pool in the US is very limited and they are in dire need of new genetic inflow. Females are neatly penciled. The chicks grow well and mature quickly. We have maintained this breed since 1995. Chicks $5.00 each (maximum of 15 per hatch)SOLD OUT THROUGH MAY 2, ASSORTED SCANDINAVIAN:This assortment may be made up from any of the Scandinavian varieties. They finally got to the farm here when I fixed a place for them in January 1989 a month after I moved in. Males have more red. There are off-types in this breed. I started searching and found 1 remaining breeder and knowing I could not have poultry for a few years my good friend Tom Knoche got the hatching eggs and kept them for me until 1986 when I brought them home from Ohio to my friends the Schroeders who lived down the road from where I was renting. The number of birds you get will vary depending upon what you get. We have maintained this breed since 1995. - Lay white eggs. We have kept a totally closed flock since obtaining these from Mrs. Miller in 1995. We have maintained this breed since 1998. Based on 7 Verified Reviews, - Black Red Dorking - Still not perfected but a stocky color version to the breed. Not white but light brown. Not really a crest or tuft but a group of feathers on the top of the head. Number: 05028498 They have various comb types but small, single combs are the most common. There is a mix of single and rose combs. They have a single comb with 6 points. They are a nice calm chicken that is very colorful and lays well. ASSORTED AMERICANS:This assortment may be made up from any of the breeds listed under American, Chantecler, Giants or Wyandottes. This is not a purebred collection. I was first pleasantly surprised in the Winter when they handled -25 deg. Chicks $4.00 each (maximum of 25 per hatch), ASSORTED LEGHORNS:This assortment may be made up from any of the varieties of Leghorns. Chicks $7.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Light Grey Dorking- They still need some improvement as to color, but we are continuing to select for the Columbian pattern of white with black neck, tail and wing feathers, off-white eggs. We have maintained this breed since 1991. Calm and, blue color though white eggs do show up . SOLD OUT THROUGH JUNE 13, Available all season as supply allows SOLD OUT THROUGH JUNE 13. Chicks $8.00 each (Maximum of 10 per hatch), Barred Leghorn - More of a cuckoo pattern. Males are greenish black with silver white neck and hackle feathers. The face is smooth and the earlobes are small while the wattles are medium sized. We have maintained this breed since 1998. Chicks $5.00 each (maximum of 10 per hatch), ASSORTED ASIATIC:This assortment may be made up from any of the breeds listed under Asiatic. Chicks $7.00 each (Maximum of 15 per hatch), Bresse -an excellent all around chicken. Please see our. The Brakel was developed for egg production and lays approximately 200 white eggs per year. We have maintained this breed since 1995. These are pure black birds with beards and they lay greenish blue eggs. Chicks $4.00 each (maximum of 15 per hatch), ASSORTED ORIENTALS:This assortment may be made up from any of the breeds listed under Oriental. They all have single combs with five points and lay a light brown egg. These little hens produce an egg a day. Common things to select for are yellow feet and legs and a single comb. These have not yet been admitted to the APA Standard. Chicks $6.00 each (Maximum of 20per hatch), Golden Lakenvelder - Same as Lakenvelder except a rich gold replaces the white feathers, white eggs. Chicks $4.00 each (15 maximum perhatch)SOLD OUT THOUGH JUNE 27, ASSORTED AMERICANS:This assortment may be made up from any of the breeds listed under American, Chantecler, Giants or Wyandottes. Buff Chantecler- A buff colored version of Chantecler. Chicks $8.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Lavender Ameraucana- We were excited to obtain these from Dennis Heltzel and of all of the Ameraucanas we have raised the egg comes the closest to a blue shade as we have seen. When we first got these there were no other known breeding flocks other than the one we obtained. We are continuing to work on developing larger flocks. These were developed in 1940 from off-colored sports between Barred Rock male and New Hampshire female. Males are somewhat tri-toned with red, brown and black. Chicks $5.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Buff Minorca - We combined 3 commercial strains some years ago and have been selecting for the largest and thriftiest birds. Being a biologist helps and we quickly concluded it was LT (laryngotracheitis) brought to me by the dropped off birds. Very attractive stocky built birds. A true Delaware should not be a light weight, flighty bird. Good setters and mothers. Chicks $6.00 each. While our strain is not nearly as tall as some seen today they do have an upright stance and are a very firm fleshed husky bird. We are still trying to work with them to refine color and conformation. In those days there were large flocks, but now their numbers are low but thanks to a few individuals are increasing again. will be to get you all of your order at one time but sometimes the birds have a mind of their own and the demand can change on a weekly basis. Lakenvelder- A white chicken with black neck, tail and wing feathers. As an added bonus the crosses showed a greater tolerance to Coccidiosis flare ups, something the Sussex handled better than Dorkings. Ameraucana (Easter Eggers)- A mixture of types and colors. Chicks $6.00 each ( Maximum of 15per hatch), Dark Brown Leghorn - A very nice sized colored and sized leghorn. All Dorkings make wonderful dual purpose birds for eggs and meat. There are no guarantees that you will get a mixture of all the different types of poultry. We started looking for this breed in the late 1980's and found none for sale anywhere and were finally able to locate a few in 1995. They lay a white egg and have the characteristic ofturning dark faced when they are stressed. We have maintained this breed since 2019. (See Poultry Glossary on Poultry Page for explanation.) All chickens listed here are for collection only. Only order this breed if you have the patience to watch them develop. ), Buff Orpington - Large, golden buff color, white skin, white legs. The eyes are prominent and the beak is short and stout. Chick color will range from a warm cocoa brown to black to an occasional mottled one. Chicks $7.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Black Red Dorking - Still not perfected but a stocky color version to the breed. Males are a silver-gray with slight barring. They make a nice breed for someone who wants a good forager which will set on eggs. Color pattern stills needs some work. Gentle and calm. Similar breeds can be traced back to AD900 and it is said that the Picts used to carry them into their battle camps where they used to warn of approaching strangers. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 20 per hatch), Dominique - Americas Chicken, barred pattern, small to medium rose comb. Occasional off types can be seen.We have maintained this breed since 1993. They are gorgeous and thrifty but are not long-lived. )SOLD OUT FOR 2023, Rose Comb Colored Dorking- The rose comb version of a very old type that is very hardy and lays well. We have maintained this breed since 2021. White skin and legs. Over the years, Ive attempted to select for large-sized eggs. This assortment is only available as a unit of 25 chicks. 16 May 2011. Chicks $8.00 each (maximum of 5 per hatch), Black Ameraucana- We were fortunate to obtain two different blood lines from show quality stock. Eggs are a paleblue color though white eggs do show up . Then on that horrible July day with a heat index of 133 deg. Chicks $8.00 (Maximum of 10 per hatch)SOLD OUT FOR 2023, Norwegian Jaerhon - Colorful, almost a creme bar pattern. We have maintained these since 2020. This is not a purebred collection. Therefore, if you place an order for these, please be as flexible on shipping dates as possible. They are white and seem to have a larger breast area than most breeds. They have a single comb with 6 points. They sort of resemble a buffy Delaware in type and color. All of ours are single combed with five points. An order for 25 chicks will usually include 4 or 5 different breeds. Colored similar to a Mille Fleur Duccle bantam. A graceful, hardy breed from Andalusia, Spain.We have maintained this breed since 1999. (See Glossary on Poultry Page for Blue Genetics explanation) CHICKS $7.00 EACH. The breed originated in the 1880s in New York and Wisconsin. Remember postage is included in the price for poultry. (See Glossary on Poultry Page for Blue Genetics explanation) Admitted to the APA Standard in 1874. ASSORTED GIANTS:This assortment may be made up from any of the 3 Giants varieties. Sebright Varieties There are now two recognized varieties, Golden and Silver. Chicks $8.00 each. These originated in Ohio in the early 1900s. We have maintained this breed since 1990. We have maintained this breed since 2011.UNAVAILABLE IN 2023, Colored Dorking - Slightly variable in color. I called Craig Russell, a long time poultry expert, and he said no worry Dorkings show resistance. Chicks $8.00 each. Chicks $7.00 each (maximum of 15 per hatch)SOLD OUT THROUGH JUNE 13. Barred Leghorn - More of a cuckoo pattern. Color pattern is black with white spotting. They lay a very pale brown egg. A land race means that they are not all uniform in color or body type. Developed near Decorah, Iowa in the early 1900s. You can raise these chicks to lay more eggs, to serve as meat, or even just to keep around your home as pets. Easytohandleand very calm. Hens are good setters and mothers. Bielfelder- I first saw a picture of these many years ago and had them on my wish list for sometime. The genetics in their background has never produced a pure white egg. Our strain tends to have less crown to the comb but lay a very dark brown egg. We have maintained this breed since 1990. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 20 per hatch), Rhode Island Red- Deep red in color with rich yellow legs. This group of birds is better suited for hot weather climates because of their large combs. We have maintained this breed since 2009. It is a very ancient native breed of Scotland. Chicks $8.00 each ( Maximum of 10 per hatch). An ancient breed having been described by Julius Caesar. They are incredibly friendly, almost annoyingly so when it comes to friendliness. We are breeding for disease tolerance, thriftiness and foraging ability. The males are a cuckoo pattern with brilliant flame orange-red hackles, neck and wing patches. This is another breed that had near zero interest in the "Dark Age" of poultry. Chicks $6.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch) SOLD OUT FOR 2023, La Fleche - A rare old French breed with a unique v-shaped comb that looks much like 2 points going straight up (like two horns). Lay a nice brown egg. The head is such a unique shape the chicks can easily be picked out. You can call us today at 417-532-4581 if you have questions about these rare chicken breeds for sale. This breed is not currently in the APA Standard. This breed is not as yet listed in the APA Standard. We have maintained this breed since 2019. They love to steal out nests and raise their own , roost high in the trees. Black Australorp- Faster growing than the Black Orpington but slightly smaller in size. Egg size is respectable and the eggs are tinted in color. (See Glossary on Poultry Page for Blue Genetics explanation) We have maintained this breed since 2005 . Chicks $8.00 each (Maximum of 5 per hatch). 9 May 2010. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), ASSORTED BARNEVELDERS- This assortment may be made up from any of the breeds listed under Barnevelders. According to Dorking expert, Craig Russell, we have two lines traditional which the hens are the color of Brown Leghorns and Clays which are more of a Wheaten pattern. (Maximum of 10 per hatch), Salmon Faverolle - Originated from crosses of Houdans, Dorkings and Asiatics in Faverolle, France. As chicks they tend to get picked on for, their large feathered feet. This breed is not at this time listed in the APA Standard.We have maintained this breed since 1996. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Jubilee Orpington- Large blocky birds that are speckled and resemble a fat Speckled Sussex. During their first year of laying they are superb layers, from the second year on they love to become broody and egg production drops off. Lay deep, dark brown egg. We have maintained this breed since 2018. This article is wrong when it says there is no set colour for Scots Dumpy's. We have maintained this breed since 1995. Good foragers. These have not yet been admitted to the APA Standard. We have maintained this breed since 1992. We have maintained this breed since 2013 . Chicks $6.00 each (Maximum of 10 per hatch), Rose Comb Brown Leghorn- The only rose comb leghorn that we maintain. There appears to be a number of Delawares available from other sources that do not anywhere match the traits that we have found to be true for this breed. I quickly gathered them up and isolated them but a few days later I came home to wheelbarrows of dead birds and a few gasping birds. Chicks $7.00 each (maximum of 15 per hatch), Barred Holland- A barred medium sized breed, not as big as Barred Rocks, good layers of a white or tinted egg. Chicks $6.00 (Maximum of 10 per hatch). These are not the commercial variety called Production Reds but are the true Rhode Island Reds. Our males tend to have bright, white earlobes and the proper combs. Rose Comb Brown Leghorn- The only rose comb leghorn that we maintain. Developed in Norway. Chicks $8.00 each (Maximum of 10 per hatch). I was first pleasantly surprised in the Winter when they handled -25 deg. White eggs, vigorous foragers. Long known in France for their table qualities. The Scots Dumpy is a wonderful sitter and is an ideal mother. We have maintained this breed since 2020. We have maintained this breed since 1992. Catalog; Contact; . Male is orange red with some black spangles. They were admitted to the APA Standard in 1888. These are not exhibition stock, but are very good sized and make a hardy dual purpose fowl. The final straw that pushed me to redoingall my poultry buildings when a raccoon worked a weak space in the metal and devoured them. We have maintained this breed since 2013. They are a unique land race type from the Basque area of Spain. Chicks $5.00 each (maximum of 15 per hatch), Black Jersey Giant- A super large chicken that lays a nice large brown egg. Perfect for free-range environments, these tri-colored or red-feathered chickens grow to 5-6 lbs in just 9-11 weeks. Araucanas are rumpless and have ear tufts (tufts of feathers that grow from the ear). Males are somewhat tri-toned with red, brown and black. Suddenly a few articles and they started to rebound and are now offered from a number of hatcheries. We only recommend this to someone who doesnt care about breeds or breeding, but is either just wanting something for eggs or meat. We have maintained this breed since 1990. They are hard to find in todays world of no one wanting white egg laying chickens. We maintain a large number of full size chicken breeds. They have a very heavy body and waddle as they walk due to their very short legs. Pale brown eggs. Females are neatly penciled. Ron Nelson, shared some nice birds with us way back in 2000 when their numbers were most likely less than 50 in the entire US. UPDATED FOR SOLD OUT ITEMS ON MARCH 26,2023. They have little if any tolerance to Coryza, Laryngotrachitis and zero tolerance to Marecks. Omlet Chicken Fencing Mk2 - 69ft - inc. Gate, Poles and Guy $175.00 Strictly for the person wishing a colorful layer. Chicks $5.00 (Maximum of 5 per hatch), Icelandic - An unbelievably hardy land race. These are small but very attractive and have good foraging ability. Ron Nelson, shared some nice birds with us way back in 2000 when their numbers were most likely less than 50 in the entire US. The absence of the tail makes it a challenge to get fertile eggs. Very early American breed. they are not the hardiest of breeds and when not raised with other large fowl. Baby chicks for sale each week. Chicks $6.00 each ( maximum of 10 per hatch), Blue Ameraucana - Typical blue genetics. They have a small pea comb, off-white eggs. One of the oldest french breeds. Color patternsimilarto an Exchequer leghorn/Ancona. Chicks $7.00 each ( maximum of 15 per hatch)SOLD OUT THROUGH JULY 11, Wheaten Dorking - females are a soft wheaten color and males more closely resemble silver grey. Cuckoo Dorking - Still not perfected but a stocky color version to the breed. Browse our selection today, and give us a call at 417-532-4581 if you have any questions! Will usually contain at least 6 breeds in an order of 25, but can contain more than 10 breeds. The genetics in their background has never produced a pure white egg. Males are a silver-gray with slight barring. Time after time LT would devastate the Sussex but the Dorkings would do fine. Be warned, not all breeds are easy to find. We werefortunatethat our good friend Joe Putnamfounda source of very nice birds and we are able to offer them again. We were, a source of very nice birds and we are able to offer them again. The original breed came from Italy, but most of the color variations were developed in either England, Denmark, or the United States. UNAVAILABLE IN 2023 working on selection. Thanks in advance. They have an unusual comb - - - single in the front with multiple lobes at the rear. They lay a dark brown egg. I quickly called the state poultry person and he guided me through the process of figuring it out. These have not yet been admitted to the APA Standard. Chicks $8.00. Chicks $7.00 each ( Maximum 15 per hatch), 2019by Sand Hill Preservation Center Proudly created with Wix.com, . They have a nice, true rose comb. 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