Columbian Rock
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Columbian Rock Chicken
The Columbian Rock is a versatile and hardy dual-purpose chicken, popular among poultry enthusiasts for its balanced utility and visual appeal. Originating from a cross between the Barred Plymouth Rock and the White Wyandotte, this breed features stunning white plumage with distinctive black lacing around the neck and on the tail feathers, closely resembling the Light Sussex.
Hens are dependable layers, producing medium to large beige eggs consistently. Beyond their egg production, these birds are known for their calm and friendly disposition, making them ideal for backyard flocks and small-scale farming. Their occasional broodiness also adds to their value as a sustainable breed, capable of natural reproduction.
Recognized in 1910 by the American Poultry Association, the Columbian Rock is a proud member of the Plymouth Rock family, celebrated for its contribution to American agricultural heritage. Not only are they excellent layers, but they also offer good meat quality, making them a true dual-purpose breed. The Chicken Coop Company offers a rare and high-quality bloodline of this breed, which is not only a practical addition to any flock but also a show-worthy bird at poultry exhibitions.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What color eggs do Columbian Rock chickens lay?
Columbian Rock chickens are known for laying high-quality brown eggs. They exhibit a calm and docile temperament, making them a great addition to any flock. With their striking color pattern, these birds are both productive and aesthetically pleasing. Weighing around 4 pounds, they are slightly heavier than hybrid breeds.
What is a Columbian Rock chicken?
The Columbian Rock is a robust, dual-purpose breed that has been around for nearly a century. Renowned for their hardiness, these chickens feature a distinctive color pattern. They are one of the more substantial dual-purpose breeds, known for their durability and excellent egg production.
What is a Columbian chicken breed?
Columbian Wyandottes are a heritage breed, with lineage dating back to the 1860s, post-Civil War era. This breed was developed by crossing two recognized APA breeds: the White Wyandotte and the Barred Plymouth Rock, resulting in a resilient and attractive bird.
What age do Colombian rocks start laying?
Columbian Rock hens typically begin laying eggs at around 6 to 8 months of age. As they mature, their egg production improves, often reaching a steady output of 4 to 5 eggs per week, ensuring a reliable supply of eggs for your household.
What does a Colombian chicken look like?
Columbian Wyandotte chickens are characterized by their docile nature and clean legs. Their plumage is predominantly white, accented with black feathers around the neck, tail, and wings. They have a distinctive rose comb and occasionally display brooding behavior, making them excellent mothers.
What is a Columbian rock cross?
A Columbian Rock Cross results from breeding a Columbian Rock rooster with a Rhode Island Red hen. This crossbreed is valued for its dual-purpose nature, excelling in both egg production and meat yield. They lay cream-colored eggs and have a calm, friendly disposition, making them ideal for family flocks.
Are Columbian Rock chickens friendly?
Columbian Rock chickens are known for their beautiful color pattern and gentle nature. They are excellent producers of quality brown eggs, and their quiet, docile temperament makes them a pleasure to have in both laying pens and free-range environments.
Columbian Rock Facts
- Poultry Show Class: American Class
- Weights: Hen—–7 1/2 lbs
- Rooster——9 1/2 lbs
- Pullet—6 lbs
- Cockerel—-8 lbs
- Purpose and Type: Dual, egg laying and meat; Production and show
- Egg Shell Color: Brown
- Egg Production: 200 – 250 eggs per year (estimates only)
- Egg Size: Large
- Temperament: Docile
- Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
- Broody: Setter
- Mating Ratio: 9 Females to 1 Male
- Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
- Country of Origin: United States
- APA: Yes, Recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1910
- TLC: Recovering Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed
- BREEDER FARM SOURCE: Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline or strain of pure Columbian Plymouth Rock since 2010.
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