Information on the naked neck chicken breed
No scarf in winter
General information about the naked-necked partridge
The naked neck chicken originally comes from Transylvania and was further developed in Germany around 1900. There is another breed from France which should not be confused with this one. Bare-necked chickens are an ornamental breed. Unfortunately, they are not very popular due to their appearance and have been added to the Red List of endangered livestock breeds.
Appearance of naked-necked chickens
The large wattles, the single comb and the ear lobes are red. The lack of feathering on the neck is of course characteristic. Roosters have a bright red neck which is somewhat paler in the females, the legs are slate gray. The beaks are grayish yellow. Roosters weigh approx. 2.5 kg.
Existing dwarf form
Yes, lesser scaup
Color strokes of naked-necked chickens
black
white
barred
blue lined
black variegated
yellow
red
wild-colored
Keeping naked neck chickens
Bare-necked chickens are good foragers and immune to many diseases, which makes this somewhat strange-looking animal very popular with some people. Despite their bare necks, these chickens are by no means delicate, and as a breed of country chicken they are very vital and robust. They also cope well with harsh winters. No special precautions therefore need to be taken with regard to the coop. Because of their weight, they are not very fond of flying.
Character of naked neck chickens
They are a quite calm and friendly breed that quickly find trust in humans and become tame. The hens rarely get into the breeding mood but when they do, they are very good mothers.
Eggs from naked neck chickens
The hens of this breed lay approx. 180 cream-colored eggs weighing 55g.
