Zheltoyarovskaya Chicken Chickens

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Zheltoyarovskaya Chicken Chickens Zheltoyarovskaya Chickens are dual-purpose heritage birds from Russia’s Zheltoyarovo region. Calm and reliable, they serve small homesteads with eggs and meat year-round.

Disclaimer: Chicken breed information is based on general sources. Always verify details with a trusted local expert or chicken breeders.

Zheltoyarovskaya Chicken Chicken Facts Quick List.

• Breed Name: Zheltoyarovskaya Chicken
• Type: Heritage
• Cross Origin: Russian cold-hardy production birds
• Rarity: Rare
• Average Adult Weight: Rooster: 6.5 lbs (2.9 kg), Hen: 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
• Lifespan: 6–9 years
• Bird Color(s): Buff, Black
• Egg Production: 180–220 eggs/year
• Egg Color: Light Brown
• Meat Production: Yes — heritage table bird
• Temperament: Tame, Passive, Weather-Resilient
• Cold/Heat Hardiness: Cold Hardy
• Broodiness: Moderate
• Notes / Special Traits: Named after the Zheltoyarovo region of Russia; good family bird

Zheltoyarovskaya Chicken Chickens Tips, Tricks and Hacks

• Light brown eggs consistent across seasons.
• Docile behavior makes them family-friendly.
• Very adaptable to northern Russian conditions.
• Good foragers, even in cold seasons.
• Buff-black feathering offers visual appeal and warmth.

Zheltoyarovskaya Chicken Chicken