Chantecler Chicken
Breed Origin: The Chantecler Chicken is the first and only breed of chicken to have been developed in Canada, specifically in Quebec. It was created in the early 20th century by a monk named Brother Wilfrid Chatelain, who sought to develop a breed that could thrive in the cold Canadian climate.
Uses: The Chantecler Chicken is primarily kept as a dual-purpose breed, meaning that it is used for both meat and egg production. However, it is also known for its striking appearance and is sometimes kept as a show bird.
Large Fowl: Yes, the Chantecler Chicken is a large fowl breed.
Weight: The Chantecler Chicken is a heavy breed, with roosters weighing between 3.4-4.1 kg (7.5-9 lbs) and hens weighing between 2.7-3.4 kg (6-7.5 lbs).
Cockerel: A mature Chantecler rooster can weigh between 3.4-4.1 kg (7.5-9 lbs).
Hen colour: The Chantecler Chicken comes in two varieties: White and Partridge. The White variety has white feathers with yellow skin and a single red comb, while the Partridge variety has reddish-brown feathers with yellow skin and a pea comb.
Egg Colour: The Chantecler Chicken lays brown eggs.
Average Egg Weight: The average egg weight for a Chantecler Chicken is around 55 grams (1.9 oz).
Egg Quantity: The Chantecler Chicken is a good layer, producing around 180-240 eggs per year.