The Welsummer hen lays large eggs which are a terracotta dark brown, often with dark speckles. It is a light, friendly, and intelligent breed, with rustic-red and orange color. Like the Marans the Welsummer tends to be more athletic, taking to foraging and free ranging more often than other breeds.
Purpose: Dual-Purpose
Production: 250 Large Speckled Brown Eggs/Year
Temperament: Docile, Active, Friendly, Vocal Mature Weight: 5-6 lbs. Hardiness: Cold and Heat Hardy
Broodiness: Occasionally
Comb Type: Single Comb
Next available shipping date: January 17, 2024
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