Wheaten Standard Old English Chicks
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Breed Profile
Gender
Sold as straight run (unsexed), including a natural mix of males and females with no guarantee of sex.Straight Run (Not Sexed)
Poultry Type
A standard-size chicken breed larger than bantams, commonly raised for eggs, meat, or dual purpose.Large Fowl Chickens
Show Class
Belongs to the Game class, consisting of traditional game-type breeds known for alertness, hardiness, and athletic build.Game
Includes recognized standard poultry breeds that do not fall into a specific named class.Other Standard Breeds
Purpose & Type
Selected for reliable egg production, with laying traits suited for home or small-scale flocks.Egg Laying
Selected for appearance and breed standards, making them well suited for exhibition and show purposes.Exhibition
Selected for traditional game traits, including hardiness, alertness, and suitability for free-ranging environments.Game
Egg Shell Color
Lays lightly tinted eggs with subtle off-white or cream coloring.Tinted
Egg Production
Produces a low number of eggs and lays infrequently.Poor
Egg Size
Produces eggs that range from small to medium in size.Small - Medium
Temperament
Broody
Regularly goes broody and will consistently sit on eggs to hatch them.Setter
APA Recognized
This breed is not currently recognized by the American Poultry Association.No
Hardiness
Tolerates cold weather well and performs reliably in colder climates.Cold Hardy
Tolerates heat well and adapts to warmer conditions.Heat Tolerant
Description
Valley Hatchery’s Wheaten Standard Old English Chicks stand out with their unique coloration and robust qualities, despite not being recognized as an APA color variety. The roosters display a mesmerizing blend of orange, red, and black feathers, while the hens charm onlookers with their beautiful, stippled wheaten plumage, accented by contrasting black tail feathers. These chickens are not just visually appealing but also have played a significant role in the development of various other chicken breeds.
For exhibition purposes, the males of this breed undergo dubbing, which involves the removal of the comb and wattles, enhancing their show-worthy appearance. The hens are moderately productive, laying approximately 120 white eggs annually. Despite not being renowned for their egg-laying capacity, they are noted for their tendency to go broody and are celebrated as excellent, albeit sometimes aggressive, mothers.
These Old English chickens are not just ornamental but also practical. They are valued for their good muscle meat distribution, making them suitable as table birds. Remarkably, this breed is known for its longevity, often living up to 15 years, a testament to their hardy nature. Alongside the standard varieties, Valley Hatchery proudly offers these chickens in bantam sizes, catering to a diverse range of poultry enthusiasts. With their striking appearance, dual-purpose utility, and extended lifespan, the Wheaten Standard Old English Chicks are an excellent choice for both show and home settings.
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