Cuckoo Standard Old English
The Chicken Coop Company
Cuckoo Standard Old English
At Chicken Coop Company, we’re excited to introduce the **Cuckoo Standard Old English game fowl, a breed with nearly 40 years of careful development and refinement. This remarkable variety, offered as baby chicks, is easily recognizable by its unique pearl to blue leg color and traditional single comb.
These chickens are not only genetically hardy but also known for their spirited gameness, making them a robust addition to any backyard or free-range flock. For those seeking a more natural setup, a group of 1 male and 10 hens is ideal, as it offers excellent predator avoidance and fosters a balanced flock dynamic.
The hens are excellent natural brooders, providing gentle care while hatching and raising chicks, perfect for sustaining your flock with ease. If you’re ready to bring resilience, beauty, and history to your setup, place your order today! Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions our team at Chicken Coop Company is here to help!
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is a Cuckoo Standard Old English Game Fowl?
A hardy game fowl breed with pearl to blue legs and a single comb.
Are Cuckoo Standard Old English hens good brooders?
Yes, they are natural brooders, great for hatching and raising chicks.
Can Cuckoo Standard Old English be raised in free-range settings?
Yes, they are well-suited for free-range flocks and are good at evading predators.
Does Chicken Coop Company sell Cuckoo Standard Old English as adults?
No, they are sold exclusively as baby chicks.
How many varieties of Old English Game Fowl does Chicken Coop Company offer?
We offer a selection of 18 unique Old English Game Fowl varieties.
Cuckoo Standard Old English
- Poultry Show Class: Other Standard Breeds, Game Class
- Weights – Hen ——- 4 bs
Rooster——5 lbs
Pullet——-3 1/2 lbs
Cockerel—–4 lbs - Purpose – Egg Laying; Exhibition
- Egg Shell Color – Cream or Tinted
- Egg Production – poor – 120 eggs per year
- Egg Size: Small-Medium
- Temperament: Active/Flighty
- Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
- Broody: Setters
- Mating Ratio: 6 Females to 1 Male
- Roost Height: 4+ feet
- Country of Origin – Europe
- APA: No
- TLC: Yes, Watch Status. Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed
- BREEDER FARM SOURCE: Poultry Breeding Farm developing our bloodline or strain of Old English Game Standard Chicken since 1974.