BLACK JERSEY GIANTS
LARGEST DUAL PURPOSE CHICKEN BREED IN AMERICA
Developed in New Jersey in the 1880’s and is a cross between Black Javas, Black Langshan and Dark Brahmas. For some time, this breed was raised as Capons (neutered males) and meat broilers in the production industry.
LIVESTOCK CONSERVANCY STATUS: WATCH
Friendly, Docile, Calm, Gentle Giant Pets
| Date of Hatch: |
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| Qty in Stock: |
SOLD OUT |
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Sex: Never Guaranteed, Appears:
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90% Chance FEMALE |
| Hybrid: |
No |
| Vaccinated: |
Marek's HVT Vaccinated |
| Beak Trimmed: |
No |
| Personality: |
Friendly, Calm, Docile, Gentle Giant Pets |
| Uses: |
Eggs, Meat, Pet |
| Broody: |
Yes |
| Forager: |
Great |
| Egg Color: |
Brown |
| Egg Size: |
Large - X Large |
| Egg Production: |
Average 3-5 Weekly |
| Climate Zone: |
All |
| A.P.A. Class: |
Yes - Large Breed American Class |
| Breed Origin: |
New Jersey, USA |
| Livestock Conservancy Status: |
WATCH |
| Feather Color: |
Black |
| Feather Pattern: |
Solid |
| Feathered Legs: |
Clean |
| Leg Color: |
Black |
| Skin Color: |
Yellow |
| 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 10 lbs. |
| Average Adult Weight Male: |
Up to 13 lbs. |
| Matures: |
16-24 Weeks |
| Breed Rank: |
Unique |
