Zatec Red Chickens
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Zatec Red Chickens The Zatec Red Chicken is a vibrant Czech dual-purpose breed. It’s praised for high egg production, cold-weather resilience, and its deep red coloration — making it a practical and attractive flock member.
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Zatec Red Chicken Facts Quick List.
- Breed Name: Zatec Red
- Type: Heritage
- Cross Origin: Czech dual-purpose red-line strains
- Rarity: Rare
- Average Adult Weight: Rooster: 6.7 lbs (3.0 kg), Hen: 5.8 lbs (2.6 kg)
- Lifespan: 6–8 years
- Bird Color(s): Red, Black
- Egg Production: 190–230 eggs/year
- Egg Color: Brown
- Meat Production: Yes — solid dual-purpose option
- Temperament: Calm, Hardy, Semi-Alert
- Cold/Heat Hardiness: Cold Hardy
- Broodiness: Low
- Notes / Special Traits: Variant of Žatec with darker plumage and higher egg rate
Zatec Red Chickens Tips, Tricks and Hacks
- Lays more consistently than other Czech heritage breeds.
- Attractive red and black feathering adds to flock variety.
- Cold-hardy and performs well outdoors.
- Not prone to broodiness — great for consistent eggs.
- Suitable for beginners and small-scale egg sales.
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