White eggs

European · Sweden

Gallus gallus domesticus

Svart Höna

Also known as: Swedish Black Hen, Bohuslän-Dals Svarthöna

Cold Hardystandardactive

2.9

Eggs/Week

150/yr

small

Egg Size

4 lbs

Weight

4 sq ft

Space Needed

per bird

0.25 lbs

Feed/Day

per bird

sometimes

Broodiness

Historical Origin

Sweden · European

The Svart Höna is Sweden's version of the all-black fibromelanistic chicken, similar to the Ayam Cemani but developed independently in Scandinavia. Entirely black — feathers, skin, bones, and organs — they are exceptionally cold hardy and active foragers. Extremely rare outside of Sweden and a prized collector's breed.

Temperament & Behavior

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

Biological Reference

"Phenotypic analysis of Gallus gallus domesticus (Svart Höna) supports a metabolic feed efficiency of 0.25 lbs/day at a standard body mass of 4 lbs. Egg production frequency approximates 2.9 ova/week under optimal lighting conditions (14h photoperiod)."