Chicken Breeds Encyclopedia
Every breed worth knowing, egg colors, temperaments, hardiness and what each one is like to keep.
162 breeds
55 Flowery HenThe 55 Flowery Hen is a little-known breed admired for its attractive plumage.🥚 variesornamental
AltsteirerThe Altsteirer is an historic breed known for its adaptability and strong foraging abilities.🥚 creamdual
AmeraucanaBeginnerTrue blue egg layer with muffs and beard.🥚 blueegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
AmrockThe Amrock is a friendly and hardy breed known for its strikingly patterned feathers.🥚 browndual
AnconaThe Ancona is a colorful, hardy breed known for its unique plumage and friendly disposition.🥚 whitedual
AndalusianAlso known as: Blue Andalusian🥚 whiteegg☀ Heat
AppenzellerAppenzellers are strikingly feathered chickens known for their unique rich history and delightful companionship.🥚 cream tinteddual
AraucanaRumpless, tufted, original blue egg breed.🥚 blueegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
AseelAlso known as: Asil🥚 cream tintedmeat☀ Heat
Austra White ChickenAustra White chickens are known for their good egg production and friendly demeanor.🥚 whitedual
AustralorpBeginnerWorld record egg layer - 364 eggs in 365 days.🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Ayam CemaniAyam Cemani is a unique, all-black chicken breed known for its striking appearance.🥚 variesdual
Ayam KampungAyam Kampung is a traditional Indonesian breed known for its adaptability and hardiness.🥚 creamdual
BarbezieuxBarbezieux chickens are renowned for their impressive size and excellent meat quality.🥚 variesmeat
BarnevelderBeginnerDutch lacing pattern, dark brown eggs.🥚 dark browndual❄ Cold
BasqueBasque chickens are hardy and adaptable with a striking appearance and a calm demeanor.🥚 cream tinteddual
Belgian Antwerp DanversBelgian Antwerp Danvers is a rare, ornamental breed known for its striking feather patterns.🥚 variesornamental
Belgian d’AnversAlso known as: Antwerp Belgian🥚 creamornamental☀ Heat
BielefelderBeginnerGerman auto-sexing giant.🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Bielefelder KennhuhnThe Bielefelder Kennhuhn is a rare German breed known for its colorful plumage and good egg-laying capabilities.🥚 browndual
Birchen Standard Old EnglishBirchen Standard Old English is prized for its striking black and white plumage and spirited demeanor.🥚 variesornamental
Black Breasted Brown Red Standard Old EnglishThe Black Breasted Brown Red Standard Old English is a striking breed known for its game qualities.🥚 variesgame
Black Breasted Red AseelThe Black Breasted Red Aseel is a robust breed known for its distinctive appearance and strong game traits.🥚 variesgame
Black Breasted Red Jungle Fowl Standard Old EnglishThe Black Breasted Red Jungle Fowl Standard Old English is a striking breed known for its vibrant plumage.🥚 variesornamental
Black Breasted Red Standard Old EnglishThe Black Breasted Red Standard Old English is a striking breed known for its vibrant plumage and spirited personality.🥚 variesornamental
Black Japanese BantamThe Black Japanese Bantam is a striking ornamental breed known for its unique stature and temperament.🥚 variesornamental
Black Laced Red WyandotteThe Black Laced Red Wyandotte features striking laced feather patterns with a friendly demeanor.🥚 browndual
Black Red StarThe Black Red Star is a resilient, high egg-laying breed known for its friendly nature.🥚 brownegg
Black Sex LinkThe Black Sex Link is a hardy dual-purpose breed known for its consistent egg production.🥚 browndual
Black Standard Old EnglishBlack Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed known for its unique plumage.🥚 variesornamental
Black Tailed Buff Japanese BantamThe Black Tailed Buff Japanese Bantam is a petite, ornamental breed known for its unique color patterns and friendly nature.🥚 variesornamental
Black Tailed White Japanese BantamThe Black Tailed White Japanese Bantam is a striking ornamental breed with a unique appearance.🥚 variesornamental
Blue Standard Old EnglishThe Blue Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed known for its lively personality.🥚 variesornamental
Booted BantamBooted Bantams are small, friendly chickens known for their feathered legs and charming personality.🥚 whiteornamental
BrabanterThe Brabanter is an ornamental breed known for its distinctively unique appearance.🥚 variesornamental
BraekelBraekel chickens are hard-working layers known for their striking appearance and friendly demeanor.🥚 whitedual
BrahmaBeginnerThe gentle giant - up to 12 lbs.🥚 browndual❄ Cold
BrakelBrakel chickens are attractive fowl known for their striking plumage and good egg production.🥚 whitedual
BresseBresse chickens are renowned for their exceptional meat quality and striking appearance.🥚 whitemeat
Brown Breasted Brown Red Standard Old EnglishThe Brown Breasted Brown Red Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed with a lively personality.🥚 variesornamental
BrussbarThe Brussbar is a unique hybrid breed known for its dual-purpose qualities.🥚 variesdual
BuckeyeBeginnerThe only American breed developed entirely by a woman.🥚 browndual❄ Cold
Buff Brahma BantamBeginnerMiniature feathered-footed gentle giant.🥚 brownornamental❄ Cold
California GreyCalifornia Grey hens are prolific egg layers with a calm demeanor.🥚 whiteegg
CampineThe Campine is a hardy breed known for its dual-purpose capabilities and friendly demeanor.🥚 browndual
CatalanaCatalana chickens are renowned for their adaptability and striking appearance.🥚 variesdual
ChaboChabo are small, ornamental bantams known for their unique feathered appearance.🥚 variesornamental
ChanteclerBeginnerCanada’s only chicken breed - built for brutal winters.🥚 browndual❄ Cold
Cinnamon QueenCinnamon Queens are prolific layers known for their friendly and docile temperament.🥚 brownegg
CochinBeginnerGiant fluffball with feathered feet.🥚 brownornamental❄ Cold
Columbian RockThe Columbian Rock is a hardy and versatile breed known for its striking plumage.🥚 browndual
CornishAlso known as: Indian Game🥚 brownmeat☀ Heat
Cream LegbarBeginnerAuto-sexing blue egg layer.🥚 sky blueegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
Crele Standard Old EnglishThe Crele Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed known for its unique plumage.🥚 variesornamental
Crested “Top Hat” SpecialThe Crested “Top Hat” Special is an ornamental breed known for its unique feathered crest.🥚 variesornamental
CrevecoeurCritically rare jet-black French crested breed.🥚 whiteornamental☀ Heat
CubalayaCubalaya chickens are a vibrant, ornamental breed known for their striking appearance and friendly nature.🥚 variesornamental
Cuckoo Standard Old EnglishThe Cuckoo Standard Old English is a striking breed known for its plumage and lively personality.🥚 variesornamental
DampierreDampierre chickens are distinctive for their unique appearance and calm temperament.🥚 variesunknown
DeathlayerDeathlayers are remarkable for their striking appearance and consistent egg production.🥚 whitedual
DelawareBeginnerLost American heritage breed making a comeback.🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
DominiqueBeginnerAmerica’s oldest breed.🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
DorkingDorkings are known for their distinctive five-toed feet and excellent meat quality.🥚 creamdual
Dutch BantamDutch Bantams are charming, small chickens known for their lively personalities and colorful plumage.🥚 whiteornamental
Easter EggerBeginnerAlso known as: EE🥚 blue, green, pink, oliveegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
Egyptian FayoumiThe Egyptian Fayoumi is an ancient breed known for its hardiness and productivity in harsh environments.🥚 creamdual
EmpordanesaRare Spanish dark-egg layer.🥚 dark reddish brownegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
FaverolleBeginnerAlso known as: Salmon Faverolle🥚 cream pinkishdual❄ Cold
FaverollesFaverolles are a friendly dual-purpose breed known for their distinctive appearance and calm temperament.🥚 creamdual
FayoumiAlso known as: Egyptian Fayoumi🥚 tintedegg☀ Heat
FriesanFriesan chickens are valued for their striking appearance and calm demeanor.🥚 variesornamental
FrizzleBeginnerAny breed with the frizzled feather gene.🥚 brownornamental☀ Heat
Gallina Di SaluzzoGallina Di Saluzzo is a rustic breed known for its resilience and adaptability to diverse environments.🥚 variesdual
Ginger Red Standard Old EnglishThe Ginger Red Standard Old English is an ornamental breed known for its striking plumage and lively demeanor.🥚 variesornamental
Golden Duckwing Phoenix Standard ChickenThe Golden Duckwing Phoenix is an ornamental breed known for its striking feather patterns and graceful appearance.🥚 variesornamental
Golden Laced WyandotteThe Golden Laced Wyandotte is a striking dual-purpose bird with a friendly disposition.🥚 browndual
GournayThe Gournay is a historic French breed known for its unique color and dual-purpose capabilities.🥚 creamdual
Gray Japanese BantamThe Gray Japanese Bantam is a small, ornamental breed known for its distinctive appearance and personality.🥚 variesornamental
HamburgFlighty heritage layer with spangled feathers.🥚 whiteegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
HollandBeginnerCritically rare American white-egg layer.🥚 whitedual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Houdan5-toed French heritage with massive crest.🥚 whitedual☀ Heat
IcelandicBeginnerAlso known as: Islensk landnamshaena🥚 cream tinteddual❄ Cold
Iowa BlueIowa Blues are a rare breed known for their hardiness and unique bluish-black plumage.🥚 variesdual
ISA BrownISA Browns are prolific egg layers with a friendly demeanor, ideal for backyard keepers.🥚 brownegg
IsbarIsbar chickens are unique layers known for their blue-green eggs and friendly temperament.🥚 blue-greendual
IxworthThe Ixworth is a robust meat breed known for its rapid growth and good feed conversion.🥚 variesmeat
Japanese BantamThe Japanese Bantam is a unique ornamental breed known for its distinctive short stature and personality.🥚 whiteornamental
JavaBeginnerSecond-oldest American breed, nearly lost.🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Jersey GiantBeginnerThe largest pure chicken breed.🥚 browndual❄ Cold
La FlecheLa Fleche is a rare French breed known for its unique appearance and excellent meat quality.🥚 variesmeat
LakenvelderBlack and white shadow-on-a-sheet pattern.🥚 white tintedegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
LangshanThe Langshan is a large, gentle breed known for its unique feathering and good egg production.🥚 browndual
Lavender OrpingtonBeginnerAlso known as: Self Blue Orpington🥚 browndual❄ Cold
LeghornAlso known as: White Leghorn🥚 whiteegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
Lohmann BrownLohmann Brown is a prolific egg layer known for its friendly personality and adaptability.🥚 brownegg
LyonnaiseLyonnaise chickens are known for their friendly temperament and adaptability.🥚 variesdual
MalayWorld’s tallest chicken - over 30 inches.🥚 cream tintedmeat☀ Heat
MaransBeginnerAlso known as: French Marans, Black Copper Marans🥚 dark chocolate browndual❄ Cold
Marsh DaisyThe Marsh Daisy is a rare, ornamental breed known for its unique appearance and friendly nature.🥚 variesornamental
Mille Fleur d’UccleBeginnerAlso known as: Mille Fleur, Booted Bantam🥚 creamornamental☀ Heat
MinorcaLargest white-egg layer with massive comb and wattles.🥚 whiteegg☀ Heat
Modern GameTall slim show bird with extremely long legs.🥚 cream tintedornamental☀ Heat
Mottled Japanese BantamThe Mottled Japanese Bantam is a charming small breed known for its unique feather patterns.🥚 variesornamental
Naked NeckBeginnerAlso known as: Turken, Transylvanian Naked Neck🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
NankinThe Nankin is a small and hardy bantam breed known for its unique appearance and spirited nature.🥚 variesornamental
New Hampshire RedBeginnerAlso known as: New Hampshire🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Norfolk GreyNorfolk Grey is a rare breed known for its hardiness and unique plumage.🥚 creamdual
Norwegian JaehornNorwegian Jaehorn is a hardy breed known for its good egg production and unique appearance.🥚 whiteegg
Olandsk DwarfBeginnerAlso known as: Oland Dwarf🥚 cream tintedornamental❄ Cold☀ Heat
Old English GameAlso known as: OEG🥚 cream tintedornamental❄ Cold☀ Heat
Olive EggerBeginnerHybrid that lays olive-green eggs.🥚 olive greenegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
OnagadoriTail feathers grow over 20 feet long.🥚 creamornamental☀ Heat
OrloffThe Orloff is a distinctive breed known for its unique appearance and hardy disposition.🥚 variesdual
OrpingtonBeginnerAlso known as: Buff Orpington🥚 browndual❄ Cold
OrustOrust chickens are unique, hardy birds with a striking appearance and gentle temperament.🥚 variesdual
PavlovskayaPavlovskaya chickens are known for their distinctive feathering and gentle demeanor.🥚 variesornamental
PenedesencaSpanish layer of the darkest brown eggs in Europe.🥚 dark chocolate brownegg☀ Heat
PhoenixAlso known as: Onagadori cousin🥚 cream tintedornamental☀ Heat
Pita Pinta AsturianaPita Pinta Asturiana is a rare Spanish breed known for its unique coloring and hardiness.🥚 variesdual
Plymouth RockBeginnerAlso known as: Barred Rock🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
PolishFamous for the wild feathered top hat.🥚 whiteornamental☀ Heat
Porcelain d’Uccles BantamThe Porcelain d’Uccles Bantam is a charming ornamental breed known for its striking plumage.🥚 creamornamental
Rainbow Assorted FemalesA colorful mix of female chickens offering a vibrant addition to any backyard flock.🥚 variesdual
Red Pyle Standard Old EnglishThe Red Pyle Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed with a vibrant appearance.🥚 variesornamental
Red Sex LinkRed Sex Links are hardy dual-purpose chickens known for consistent egg production.🥚 browndual
Red ShaverRed Shavers are prolific brown egg layers with friendly temperaments, ideal for backyard flocks.🥚 brownegg
RedcapRedcaps are striking birds known for their distinctive red comb and lively disposition.🥚 variesdual
Rhode Island RedBeginnerAlso known as: RIR🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Rhode Island Red BantamBeginnerMini version of the famous RIR.🥚 browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
RhodebarThe Rhodebar is a hardy, dual-purpose breed known for its striking plumage and friendly demeanor.🥚 browndual
Rosecomb BantamRosecomb Bantams are prized for their unique rose-shaped comb and compact size.🥚 whiteornamental
Sapphire GemBeginnerHybrid sex-link prolific blue layer.🥚 brownegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
Scots DumpyThe Scots Dumpy is known for its distinctive stout body and short legs.🥚 variesornamental
SebrightTrue bantam with laced feathers and hen-feathered males.🥚 creamornamental☀ Heat
SeramaWorld’s smallest chicken - fits in a teacup.🥚 creamornamental☀ Heat
ShamoTall, upright Japanese game fowl.🥚 cream tintedmeat☀ Heat
Sicilian ButtercupAlso known as: Buttercup🥚 whiteegg☀ Heat
SilkieBeginnerFluffy bantam with black skin and 5 toes.🥚 creamornamental☀ Heat
Silver Duckwing Jungle Fowl Standard Old EnglishSilver Duckwing Jungle Fowl Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed with vibrant colors.🥚 variesornamental
Silver Duckwing Standard Old EnglishThe Silver Duckwing Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed with a unique plumage pattern.🥚 variesornamental
Silverudd BlueSilverudd Blue is a striking breed known for its unique slate-blue plumage and calm disposition.🥚 bluedual
Spangled Standard Old EnglishThe Spangled Standard Old English is a striking ornamental breed with a feisty temperament.🥚 variesornamental
SpeckledyThe Speckledy is a resilient dual-purpose breed known for its colorful plumage and friendly nature.🥚 browndual
SpitzhaubenAlso known as: Appenzeller Spitzhauben🥚 whiteegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
Standard Old English SurplusThe Standard Old English Surplus is a distinctive ornamental breed known for its unique appearance.🥚 variesornamental
SultanThe Sultan is a striking ornamental breed known for its unique feathering and gentle demeanor.🥚 variesornamental
SumatraJungle-fowl looking aerial flyer.🥚 whiteornamental☀ Heat
SussexBeginnerAlso known as: Speckled Sussex🥚 cream to browndual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Swedish BlackSwedish Black chickens are hardy birds known for their unique appearance and good temperament.🥚 variesdual
Swedish Flower HenBeginnerAlso known as: Skansk blommehona🥚 cream to light browndual❄ Cold
ThuringianThe Thuringian chicken is a rare breed known for its unique coloration and friendly nature.🥚 variesdual
TwentseTwentse chickens are known for their friendly nature and adaptability to various environments.🥚 variesdual
VorwerkBeginnerGerman buff-bodied bird with black head.🥚 cream tinteddual❄ Cold☀ Heat
WelsummerBeginnerCornflake rooster - lays speckled chocolate eggs.🥚 dark terracotta brown speckleddual❄ Cold☀ Heat
Wheaten Standard Old EnglishWheaten Standard Old English is a game breed known for its striking plumage and lively personality.🥚 variesgame
White Faced Black SpanishThe White Faced Black Spanish is a striking breed known for its unique appearance and solid egg production.🥚 whitedual
White Japanese BantamThe White Japanese Bantam is a small, ornamental breed known for its unique appearance and friendly nature.🥚 variesornamental
White LeghornThe egg industry’s white workhorse.🥚 whiteegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
White Standard Old EnglishElegant and colorful, the White Standard Old English is known for its distinctive appearance.🥚 variesornamental
Whiting True BlueBeginnerMost prolific blue-egg layer ever bred.🥚 true blueegg❄ Cold☀ Heat
WyandotteBeginnerStunning laced feathers and rose comb.🥚 browndual❄ Cold
YokohamaSaddle and tail feathers that never molt.🥚 cream tintedornamental☀ HeatNo breeds match.
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