← All breeds
Yokohama
Saddle and tail feathers that never molt.
☀ Heat hardy
Egg color
cream tinted
Eggs / year
80
Egg size
small
Purpose
ornamental
Class
Asiatic
Size
medium
Hen weight
3.5 lbs
Rooster weight
4.5 lbs
Temperament
calm, sweet, shy
Noise level
quiet
Origin
Japan/Germany
Lifespan
5–8 yrs
About the Yokohama
Yokohamas have saddle feathers that grow continuously without molting, creating dramatic plumage.
Care tips
Show birds need special pens with high perches.
Color varieties
red shoulderedwhite
Fun facts
- Saddle feathers never molt
- Closely related to Phoenix