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White Jersey Giant Chicken Breed Information:
The White Jersey Giant Chicken was originated in Burlington County in the State of New Jersey during the 1880's. A good heavy breed however, slower to grow than some breeds before surpassing them in weight and size. It is the largest of the dual purpose chicken and excels as a meat chicken. When grown the black feathers take on a green sheen within the black color. These chickens were admitted to the American Standard of Perfection in 1922 and both varieties noted for willow colored or nearly black legs and toes. The chicks are Smokey gray but feather out white.
Chicken Facts:
The White Jersey Giant Chicken was originated in Burlington County in the State of New Jersey during the 1880's. A good heavy breed however, slower to grow than some breeds before surpassing them in weight and size. It is the largest of the dual purpose chicken and excels as a meat chicken. When grown the black feathers take on a green sheen within the black color. These chickens were admitted to the American Standard of Perfection in 1922 and both varieties noted for willow colored or nearly black legs and toes. The chicks are Smokey gray but feather out white.
Chicken Facts:
- Poultry Show Class: American
- Weights - Hen-----10 lbs Rooster------13 lbs
Pullet---9 lbs Cockerel----11 lbs - Purpose - Dual Purpose: Egg laying and meat production
- Egg Shell Color - Brown
- Egg Production - 180-260 eggs per year. (*estimates only, see FAQ)
- Country of Origin - United States (New Jersey)
- APA: -Yes, Recognized by the Standard of Perfection
- ALBC: -Watch Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed.
- Breeder Farm Source: "Cackle Hatchery Poultry Breeding Farm" investing over 40 years of developing our bloodline or strain of White Jersey Giant.
