Russian Orloff Chickens
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Russian Orloff Chickens Russian Orloff Chickens are a robust and richly feathered heritage breed originating in Russia. Renowned for their frost-resistant features, they offer excellent meat quality and modest egg production, making them perfect for cold-weather flocks.
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Russian Orloff Chicken Facts Quick List.
- Breed Name: Russian Orloff
- Type: Heritage
- Cross Origin: Persian × Malay-type ancestry
- Rarity: Rare
- Average Adult Weight: Rooster: 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg), Hen: 6.5 lbs (3 kg)
- Lifespan: 6–8 years
- Bird Color(s): Spangled Mahogany
- Egg Production: 150–180 eggs/year
- Egg Color: Tinted
- Meat Production: Yes — excellent carcass bird
- Temperament: Calm, Cold-Hardy, Independent
- Cold/Heat Hardiness: Very Cold Hardy
- Broodiness: Occasional
- Notes / Special Traits: Dense feathering; frost-resistant comb
Russian Orloff Chickens Tips, Tricks and Hacks
- Extremely cold hardy — ideal for northern climates.
- Slow-maturing but meaty heritage bird.
- Good foragers and predator-aware.
- Docile temperament, suited for backyard or farms.
- Not typically broody — pairs well with incubators.
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