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Buckeye
The only American breed developed entirely by a woman.
🐣 Beginner friendly❄ Cold hardy🪺 Goes broody
Egg color
brown
Eggs / year
200
Egg size
medium
Purpose
dual
Class
American
Size
large
Hen weight
6.5 lbs
Rooster weight
9 lbs
Temperament
active, friendly, mouse-hunting
Noise level
quiet
Origin
USA
Lifespan
7–10 yrs
About the Buckeye
Developed by Nettie Metcalf of Ohio in the 1890s, the Buckeye is known for hunting mice and thriving in cold weather.
Care tips
Great forager; pea comb resists frostbite.
Color varieties
mahogany
Fun facts
- Only breed developed solely by a woman
- Famous for actively hunting mice