Ancona

Historical Origin

Italy · Mediterranean

The Ancona is a lively Italian breed with striking black-and-white mottled plumage that becomes more speckled with each molt. An efficient layer of white eggs, they are active foragers that do best with space to roam. Alert and hardy in warm climates, they are a beautiful and productive Mediterranean breed.

Temperament & Behavior

This breed is classified as active with a noise level of moderate and excellent foraging ability. Broodiness tendency: rarely.

Biological Reference

"Phenotypic analysis of Gallus gallus domesticus (Ancona) supports a metabolic feed efficiency of 0.25 lbs/day at a standard body mass of 4.5 lbs. Egg production frequency approximates 4.2 ova/week under optimal lighting conditions (14h photoperiod)."