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| Egg color | white |
|---|---|
| Eggs / year | 150 |
| Egg size | medium |
| Purpose | ornamental |
| Class | Continental |
| Size | medium |
| Hen weight | 6.5 lbs |
| Rooster weight | 8 lbs |
| Temperament | calm, friendly, rare |
| Noise level | quiet |
| Origin | France |
| Lifespan | 6-8 yrs |
About the Crevecoeur
One of the oldest French breeds, listed as critically endangered, with iridescent black feathers and a feathered crest.
Care tips
Source from preservation breeders only.
Color varieties
black
Fun facts
- Critically endangered
- Name means broken heart in French
Written by the ChickenCoops.ai Editorial Team
Written by our team of backyard chicken keepers and community moderators, and checked against published poultry husbandry guidance and our own breed and disease datasets. This is general keeping information, not veterinary advice. Call a vet for a sick bird. Last reviewed November 8, 2026.
