Red Shoulder Yokohama Chicken
The Chicken Coop Company
Red Shoulder Yokohama Chicken
The Chicken Coop Company is excited to present the Red Shoulder Yokohama chicken, a rare and elegant breed with roots in Japan. Developed initially for ornamental purposes, this breed is recognized for its striking appearance and long flowing tail feathers. As its name suggests, the Red Shoulder Yokohama showcases vibrant red feathering in the shoulder area, beautifully contrasting its pristine white body.
This breed stands out for its upright carriage and sleek, pheasant-like form. Roosters are especially prized for their exceptionally long saddle feathers and tail feathers, which can grow up to 2-3 feet annually under proper care. The Red Shoulder Yokohama was officially recognized in the American Standard of Perfection in 1981, making it a top competitor at poultry shows.
If you’re looking for a unique and ornamental addition to your flock, the Red Shoulder Yokohama is sure to impress. To learn more, contact The Chicken Coop Company today!
Frequently Asked Questions:
What are the key characteristics of the Red Shoulder Yokohama chicken?
The Red Shoulder Yokohama is known for its red feathering on the shoulders, sleek white body, upright carriage, and long tail feathers that can grow 2-3 feet yearly. It's an ornamental breed admired for its unique appearance.
How large can the tail feathers of a Red Shoulder Yokohama chicken grow?
The tail feathers of a well-cared-for Red Shoulder Yokohama rooster can grow up to 2-3 feet each year, making them highly prized for their elegance.
Is the Red Shoulder Yokohama chicken recognized in poultry shows?
Yes, the Red Shoulder Yokohama was admitted into the American Standard of Perfection in 1981 and is a strong competitor in poultry exhibitions.
Where can I purchase Red Shoulder Yokohama chickens?
You can purchase this rare and ornamental breed from The Chicken Coop Company, which specializes in unique poultry breeds.
Red Shoulder Yokohama Chicken Facts
- Poultry Show Class: All Other Standard Breeds, Orientals Class
- Weights: Hen ——-3 1/2 lbs
Rooster—-4 1/2 lb
Pullet——-3 lbs
Cockerel—4 lbs
- Purpose and Type: Ornamental, Show; Exhibition
- Egg Shell Color: Cream or Tinted
- Egg Production: Fair
- Egg Size: Small
- Temperament: Active
- Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
- Broody: Variable
- Mating Ratio: 8 Females to 1 Male
- Roost Height: 4+ feet
- Country of Origin: Japan
- APA: Yes, Recognized by American Standard of Perfection in 1981
- TLC: Yes, Threatened Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed.
- Breeder Farm Source: Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline/strain of Red Shouldered Yokohama since 1977.
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