Gold Duckwing Standard Old English
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Gold Duckwing Standard Old English Chicken
If you’re searching for the perfect baby chicks, look no further—Chicken Coop Company is here to help! With decades of experience, we offer a variety of beautifully developed breeds, including the exquisite Gold Duckwing Standard Old English. This breed is cherished for its unique gold and black feather pattern and elegant pearl-colored legs, adding a touch of elegance to any backyard or free-range setup.
Known for their spirited nature, Old English game fowls are hardy and resilient, ensuring a long, healthy life. Hens in particular are outstanding brooding mothers, making them a natural choice for those who prefer to expand their flock through hatching and raising chicks. For enthusiasts and breeders alike, it’s worth noting that while this variety is inbred for its golden color, a small percentage of silver may appear in the offspring, and the rich golden coloring may not always breed true.
This only adds to the unique charm and diversity within this breed! If you’re ready to bring the Gold Duckwing’s beauty and character into your flock, place your order today, and enjoy swift, reliable chick delivery from our team at Chicken Coop Company. Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions—we’re here to help you select the best breeds for your setup!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Do Gold Duckwing Standard Old English hens brood well?
Yes, they are excellent brooding mothers, ideal for raising chicks.
Will Gold Duckwing coloring breed true?
Not always; some silver may crop out, and golden color may not consistently breed true.
How long do Gold Duckwing Standard Old English chickens live?
They are hardy and typically enjoy a long, healthy life.
What is the Golden Duckwing Standard?
The Gold Duckwing Standard Old English Game Fowl is an exceptional variety within one of the world’s oldest chicken breeds. Known for its spirit, longevity, and gameness, this bird features a single comb, green legs, and all the prized qualities of the Old English game breed.
Are Old English Gamefowl games?
Yes, Old English Gamefowl are historically bred as game birds, known for their agility, endurance, and strong fighting instincts, making them well-suited for game fowl activities.
Are Old English Games good game birds?
Absolutely. Both hens and roosters are valued as game birds, displaying agility, stamina, and an inherent fighting spirit, all desirable traits for traditional game fowl.
Gold Duckwing Standard Old English Facts
- Poultry Show Class: Other Standard Breeds, Game Class
- Weights – Hen ——- 4 bs
Rooster——5 bs
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: Yes, Recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1938
- 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.