Icelandic landrace

The main distinguishing feature of Icelandic Landrace chickens is excellent frost resistance. The bird is able to survive even in low temperatures. Iceland is the birthplace of these feathered pets.

The number of eggs laid per year by one laying hen can reach 200 pieces. For several years, chickens maintain high egg production, which significantly decreases only with the aging of the bird. The mass of the egg ranges from 55-60 grams. Adults gain weight up to two and a half kilograms, roosters – up to three kilograms. The safety of chickens and adult chickens reaches 97%.

Icelandic Landraces are capable of laying even at very low temperatures. They endure even very difficult weather conditions. Laying hens are very good hens and caring mothers. They are responsible for breeding and raising chickens. The chicks have plumage quite early, which protects the bird from strong winds and snowstorms. These feathered pets are very mobile and active, so their body temperature is always normal. It is not recommended to breed Icelandic Landraces in countries with a warm climate. Chickens are poorly adapted to such climatic conditions.

The physique of these birds is medium in size. The plumage is very thick, which allows feathered pets to endure cold. Feather color may vary. Chickens have small heads. On it rises a beautiful, erect comb of large sizes. Earlobes can be represented in two colors: red and white. Earrings are large and slightly elongated. The beak has a yellowish color, it is rather long, slightly rounded at the end.

The neck of the Icelandic Landrace is of medium length with elongated feathers. The wings are hidden under the feathers on the lower back, they are almost invisible. Chest broad, set deep. The tail is long, set high, with dense plumage. Legs are long and yellow.

These birds should not be kept in enclosed spaces. They need to constantly move, and for this they need a lot of space and space. Movement allows chickens to keep warm. They like to take off on a hill, so you can build a roof or a canopy over the walking yard for them. The most effective for the growth of feathered pets will be food consisting of wheat, barley and oats, as well as wet mash.

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