Ameraucana Chicken

Chickens > Chicken Breeds - Heritage | Cross-Breeds | Sex-Link Hybrid | Egg Layers | Meat Production | Dual Purpose

Complete Chicken Breed Basic Information

• Type: Heritage, Egg-Layer
• Average Adult Weight: Hen: 5.5 lbs, Rooster: 6.5 lbs
• Lifespan: 7–8 years
• Bird Colors: Black, Blue, Buff, Wheaten, White
• Egg Production: 180–200 eggs/year
• Egg Color: Blue
• Meat Production: No
• Temperament: Docile, Calm
• Cold Hardy: Yes
• Heat Hardy: Moderate
• Broodiness: Occasionally
• Rarity: Rare
• Notes: APA-recognized breed; often confused with Easter Egger.

Why Choose the Ameraucana?

Ameraucanas are one of the most popular blue egg layers in backyard flocks. Their sweet temperament and cold hardiness make them ideal for northern climates.

Fun Fact:

Despite the name similarity, Ameraucanas are not the same as Easter Eggers!