BLUE (BBS) ORPINGTON
Orpingtons developed by William Cook in the 1800’s and named from the Town of Orpington, Kent, England. (BBS) Means these heritage breed chicks may be Blue, Black, or Splashed with Dark Lacing and have fluffy feathers. These chicks will not breed true to feather colors.
Kid Friendly, Docile, Calm, Curious, Quiet, Affectionate, Great Pet
| Date of Hatch: |
OUT OF STOCK |
| Qty in Stock: |
0 |
| Qty Sold in 2023: |
6 |
|
Sex: Never Guaranteed, Appears:
|
90% Chance FEMALE |
| Hybrid: |
No |
| Vaccinated: |
Marek's HVT Vaccinated |
| Beak Trimmed: |
No |
| Personality: |
Kid Friendly, Calm, Docile, Quiet, Affectionate, Curious, Great Pets |
| Uses: |
Eggs, Meat, Pet |
| Broody: |
Excellent Moms |
| Forager: |
Good |
| Egg Color: |
Brown |
| Egg Size: |
Large |
| Egg Production: |
Good 4-6 Weekly |
| Climate Zone: |
All |
| A.P.A. Class: |
Yes - Large Breed English Class |
| Breed Origin: |
England - USA Strained |
| Livestock Conservancy Status: |
|
| Feather Color: |
BBS Blue, Black or Splash |
| Feather Pattern: |
Laced or Splashed |
| Feathered Legs: |
Clean |
| Leg Color: |
Blue or Black |
| Skin Color: |
White |
| Number of Toes: |
4 |
| Comb Color: |
Red |
| Comb Type: |
Single |
| Lobe Color: |
Red |
| Top Knot: |
No |
| Beard: |
No |
| Muffs: |
No |
| Tufts: |
No |
| Average Adult Weight Female: |
Up to 8 lbs. |
| Average Adult Weight Male: |
Up to 10 lbs. |
| Matures: |
20-24 Weeks |
| Breed Rank: |
Exceptionally Rare |
