Cherry Egger™ Chicken

Breed Facts

• Poultry Show Class: Not applicable
• Weights: Hen—–6 1/2 lbs
  Rooster——8 1/2 lbs
  Pullet–5 1/2 lbs
  Cockerel—–7 1/2 lbs
• Purpose: Primary production, Egg Laying & Pet/Secondary meat source
• Egg Shell Color: Light Brown
• Egg Production: 200-280 eggs per year (estimates only, see FAQ)
• Egg Size: Large
• Temperament: Active
• Gender Accuracy: 80-85%
• Fertility Percentage: 65-80%
• Broody: Variable
• Mating Ratio: 10 Females to 1 Males
• Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
• Country of Origin: United States
• APA: No
• TLC: No
• Breeder Farm Source: Cackle Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline or strain of pure Cherry Egger™ since 1936.