Belgian Bearded d'Anvers Chicken
Breed Origin:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers chicken is a small breed of domestic chicken that originated in Antwerp, Belgium in the 17th century. It was primarily developed as a show bird, but was also raised for its eggs and meat.
Uses:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers chickens are primarily raised as ornamental birds today. They are known for their friendly, curious, and active personalities, and their small size makes them popular for backyard flocks in urban areas. They are also used in breeding programs to develop new chicken breeds.
Large Fowl:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers chickens are considered a bantam breed, which means they are smaller than standard or large fowl breeds. The American Poultry Association recognizes them in ten different varieties, including quail, blue quail, black, blue, buff, cuckoo, mille fleur, porcelain, self blue, and white.
Weight:
Cockerel: 680-790 g
Hen: 510-680 g
Hen colour:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers hens have a compact body with short, rounded wings and a full, fluffy tail. Their feathers are soft and shiny, and they come in a variety of colors, depending on the variety. Some of the most popular colors include buff, blue, and mille fleur.
Egg Colour:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers hens are not prolific egg layers, but they do lay small to medium-sized eggs that are light brown or creamy white in color.
Average Egg Weight:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers hens lay eggs that weigh around 40-45 grams on average.
Egg Quantity:
Belgian Bearded d'Anvers hens are not known for their egg-laying abilities. On average, they lay around 120-150 eggs per year, but this can vary depending on the individual bird and its living conditions.