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Yokohama
Cream eggs
Asian · Germany (from Japanese stock)
Gallus gallus domesticus

Yokohama

Also known as: German Yokohama
standardcalm
1.5
Eggs/Week
80/yr
small
Egg Size
4.5 lbs
Weight
6 sq ft
Space Needed
per bird
0.27 lbs
Feed/Day
per bird
sometimes
Broodiness

Historical Origin

Germany (from Japanese stock) · Asian

The Yokohama is a German development of ancient Japanese long-tailed breeds, selected for its spectacular flowing white tail that can grow several feet long. A true exhibition breed requiring specialized care to maintain those extraordinary tail feathers. Calm in temperament but demanding in husbandry — strictly for dedicated show enthusiasts.

Temperament & Behavior

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

Biological Reference

"Phenotypic analysis of Gallus gallus domesticus (Yokohama) supports a metabolic feed efficiency of 0.27 lbs/day at a standard body mass of 4.5 lbs. Egg production frequency approximates 1.5 ova/week under optimal lighting conditions (14h photoperiod)."

Breed Traits

Egg ColorCream
Egg Production1.5 eggs/week
Space Required6 sq ft/bird
Feed Per Day0.27 lbs/bird
Cold HardyNo
Heat TolerantNo
Noise Levelquiet
Foraginggood
Beginner FriendlyNo
Dual-PurposeEggs only
ornamentalrarequietheritage
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