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Wyandotte
ChickenThe Wyandotte is a handsome American dual-purpose breed from the 1870s, first appearing in its striking silver-laced pattern and later in many others. Its heavy body and neat rose comb make it exceptionally cold-hardy and frostbite-resistant, and hens are dependable layers of large brown eggs. Calm, easygoing and friendly, Wyandottes tolerate confinement well and make a reliable family flock bird. All-round hardiness and good looks make them a favorite for beginners and homesteaders alike.
Beginner friendly
Good with kids
Cold hardy
Heat tolerant
Broody
Good to know
- Laced plumage in many color varieties
- Rose comb makes it very cold-hardy
- Lays ~200 large brown eggs a year
- Calm dual-purpose family bird
Egg colorBrown
Egg production200–240 / year
Weight6.5–8.5 lb
TemperamentDocile
BroodinessOccasional
ClimateCold hardy, Heat tolerant
PurposeEggs, Meat
Varieties
Gold Laced
Silver Laced
BlackBlueBlue Laced RedBuffColumbianFrench BlackGold PenciledPartridgeRedSilver PenciledWhiteBarredBirchenBlack Breasted RedBlue Laced GoldBlue RedBrown RedBuff ColumbianDunDun LacedGolden LacedGolden Laced BlueLaced RedLemon BlueMottled JapaneseSilkieSilkie LacedSilverSplashVioletWhite Laced Red
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