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Chickens · breed reference
FIVE TOES and a Roman pedigree — the legions brought it to Britain. Still one of the finest-textured table birds, and a broody hen that will raise anyone's chicks.
| Species | Chicken |
|---|---|
| Kept for | Both |
| Eggs per year | ~170 |
| First eggs | ~24 weeks |
| Table-ready | ~20 weeks |
| Sizes | Standard · Bantam |
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