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🇺🇸 American · USA

Gallus gallus domesticus

Silver Laced Wyandotte

Also known as: Wyandotte

4.2 eggs/wk·Brown eggs·6.5 lbs

Beginner FriendlyCold HardyDual-Purposestandardcalm

Historical Origin

USA · 🇺🇸 American

The Silver Laced Wyandotte is an American heritage breed known for its stunning silver-and-black laced plumage and rose comb, which makes it exceptionally cold hardy. Calm and self-sufficient, they adapt well to confinement or free range. A beautiful and practical choice for northern climates.

Temperament & Behavior

This breed is classified as calm with a noise level of moderate and good foraging ability. Broodiness tendency: sometimes.

Biological Reference

"Phenotypic analysis of Gallus gallus domesticus (Silver Laced Wyandotte) supports a metabolic feed efficiency of 0.3 lbs/day at a standard body mass of 6.5 lbs. Egg production frequency approximates 4.2 ova/week under optimal lighting conditions (14h photoperiod)."