Easter Egger
A hybrid chicken known for laying eggs in various colors.
Category: Colored Layers | Origin: Hybrid
Characteristics
Egg Production
200-280 eggs per year
Weight
4-7 lbs
Temperament
Friendly and docile
Purpose
Egg laying
Care Requirements
Feeding
Standard layer feed with occasional treats
Housing
Standard coop with good ventilation
Health Considerations
Usually healthy due to hybrid vigor
History
Not a true breed but a hybrid of various blue-egg laying breeds
Fun Facts
- •Can lay blue, green, pink, or olive eggs
- •Each hen lays one specific color
- •Popular for backyard flocks
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do they lay different colored eggs?
Their mixed genetics from various breeds results in different egg colors.
Can one hen lay different colored eggs?
No, each hen will lay eggs of only one color throughout her life.
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