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Old English Game
Also known as: OEG
Heritage game breed with over 30 color varieties.
❄ Cold hardy☀ Heat hardy🪺 Goes broody
Egg color
cream tinted
Eggs / year
120
Egg size
small
Purpose
ornamental
Class
English
Size
medium
Hen weight
4 lbs
Rooster weight
5 lbs
Temperament
feisty, intelligent, friendly with people
Noise level
moderate
Origin
England
Lifespan
8–10 yrs
About the Old English Game
Old English Game is one of the oldest English breeds — friendly with people but aggressive with other roosters.
Care tips
Best as solo rooster with hens; no mixed males.
Color varieties
many — over 30 recognized
Fun facts
- Over 30 recognized color varieties
- One of the oldest English breeds