Information on the Lakenfelder chicken breed

Black & White

General information about sheet fields

There are various theories about the origin of the Lakenfelder: according to one theory, they originated in Lakervelt at the beginning of the 18th century. According to another, they developed simultaneously in Westphalia and the Netherlands and owe their name to similarly marked livestock like the Lakenfeld cattle. However, they are definitely one of the older laying breeds. This chicken breed is rare and has been added to the Red List of endangered livestock breeds.

Appearance of sheet fields

The typical markings are characterized by the black head, neck and tail. The striking markings are not yet visible in the chicks, they only develop after the 3rd moult. The iris is orange-red to red-brown, the medium-sized single comb and wattles are red. The ear discs are white, the legs slate gray and the beak black gray or only gray. Lakenfeld cockerels weigh approx. 2.25 kg.

Existing dwarf form

Yes, dwarf sheet fields

Color strokes of sheet fields

black and white (lakenfelder drawing)

Keeping sheet fields

They are excellent fliers, which must be taken into account first. They do not feel comfortable in stables or aviaries, which manifests itself in their skittishness. They like to have a very large run as they are good foragers. The young also grow quickly and are very energetic, this breed rarely gets into the breeding mood but they are wonderful for artificial breeding.

Character of sheet fields

A very lively and vital breed that you will enjoy, not only because of their unique appearance. However, it must be said that they prefer to keep to themselves and never become tame. But if you don’t want “cuddly chickens” and prefer to keep a more original chicken, they are a good choice. Not only because of the beautiful appearance with which they delight us.

Eggs from Lakenfeld hens

The hens lay approx. 160 eggs weighing approx. 50g in a snowy white.