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Jersey Giant
The largest pure chicken breed.
🐣 Beginner friendly❄ Cold hardy
Egg color
brown
Eggs / year
200
Egg size
extra large
Purpose
dual
Class
American
Size
jumbo
Hen weight
10 lbs
Rooster weight
13 lbs
Temperament
calm, docile, gentle
Noise level
quiet
Origin
USA
Lifespan
6–8 yrs
About the Jersey Giant
Jersey Giants are the largest pure breed of chicken, originally developed in New Jersey to replace turkeys.
Care tips
Slow to mature — give them 8-9 months before laying.
Color varieties
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Fun facts
- Roosters can hit 13 lbs
- Largest pure-bred chicken in the world