Langshan Chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus)

Langshan Chicken
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Langshan Chicken

The Langshan Chicken, also known as the "Black Langshan" is a breed of chicken that originated in China. It was first imported into Europe and America in the 19th century and quickly gained popularity for its striking appearance and utility purposes.


Uses:

Langshan chickens were originally bred for meat production and are known for their tender, flavorful meat. However, they are also kept for egg-laying purposes and are capable of producing large, brown eggs.

Large Fowl:

Langshan chickens are considered a large fowl breed, with roosters weighing up to 3.6 kg (8 lbs) and hens weighing up to 2.7 kg (6 lbs).

Weight:

Roosters can weigh between 3.2-3.6 kg (7-8 lbs) and hens can weigh between 2.7-3.2 kg (6-7 lbs).

Cockerel:

A cockerel is a young male chicken, typically under one year of age. The average weight for a Langshan cockerel is around 1.8 kg (4 lbs).

Hen colour:

Langshan hens have glossy black feathers that shimmer green in the sunlight. They have a small, red comb and wattles and yellow to orange eyes.

Egg Colour:

Langshan hens lay large, brown eggs.

Average Egg Weight:

The average egg weight for a Langshan chicken is around 55-60 grams.

Egg Quantity:

Langshan hens are known for their consistent egg-laying ability and can produce around 150-200 eggs per year.



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