🐔 Jersey Giant
Chickens · breed reference
The largest chicken breed there is — bred to replace the roasting turkey. It takes 8–9 months to fill out, which is exactly why the industry never adopted it. Needs low, strong perches.
| Species | Chicken |
|---|---|
| Kept for | Both |
| Eggs per year | ~180 |
| First eggs | ~26 weeks |
| Table-ready | ~24 weeks |
| Sizes | Standard · Bantam |
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