Black Cochin Standard Chicken
The Chicken Coop Company
Black Cochin Standard Chicken
The Black Cochin Standard is a unique and majestic breed, introduced to the United States in the mid-1800s. Originally known as the Chinese Shanghai Fowl, these large, fluffy birds are known for their striking black plumage and calm temperament. They are excellent with children, making them a wonderful choice for families. Black Cochin hens lay small to medium-sized brown eggs and are known to be great mothers, often raising their own chicks with ease. In 2009, new bloodlines were introduced to enhance the size and quality of the breed, ensuring they continue to be a favorite among poultry enthusiasts. The Chicken Coop Company offers this beautiful breed to anyone looking to add a hardy and friendly bird to their flock.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How many eggs do Black Cochin chickens lay?
Black Cochin hens typically lay about 160-180 small to medium-sized brown eggs per year.
Are Black Cochin chickens good for beginners?
Yes, Black Cochin chickens are known for their calm and friendly nature, making them an excellent choice for beginner poultry keepers and families.
How big do Black Cochin chickens get?
Black Cochin chickens are a large breed, with roosters weighing around 11 pounds and hens around 8.5 pounds.
Do Black Cochin chickens need special care?
While they are hardy birds, their thick feathers require a clean, dry environment to avoid issues like mites and lice. They do well in cold climates but may need extra care in wet conditions due to their feathered legs.
Black Cochin Standard Chicken Facts
- Poultry Show Class: Asiatic Class
- Weights – Hen—–8 1/2 lbs
Rooster——11 lbs
Pullet—7 lbs
- Cockerel—-9 lbs
- Purpose and Type – Ornamental and meat; Exhibition
- Egg Shell Color – Brown
- Egg Production – 110-160 eggs per year (Estimates only)
- Egg Size: Medium-Large
- Temperament: Docile
- Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
- Broody: Setter
- Mating Ratio: 6 Females to 1 Male
- Roost Height: 0 to 2 feet
- Country of Origin: Asia
- APA: Yes, Recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1874.
- TLC: Yes, Recovering Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed.
- Breeder Farm Source: Poultry Breeding Farm developing our bloodline or strain of pure color varieties of standard size Cochin chickens since 1975.
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