Araucanas

Araucanas are exceptionally rare and have their origins in South America, although they were developed here in the US. Araucanas that meet the breed standard are rumpless and tufted, however they are exceptionally difficult to breed because the tufted gene can cause a high percentage of the chicks to die in their shells. In addition, the tufts often aren't symmetrical, even in purebred Araucanas. For these reasons, Araucanas are only available through breeders at this time, and not hatcheries. This breed is most famous for laying blue-shelled eggs. They should not be confused with Easter Eggers, which can lay blue and green eggs, and do not conform to any breed standard. However, many hatcheries continue to call their Easter Eggers "Araucanas" (or various other misspellings). If you are interested in showing your birds, make sure that you have true Ameraucana or Araucana. 


(Origins/History) 
Class: All Other Breeds
Type: Large Fowl & Bantam 
Size: Small (4-5lbs)
Rarity: Rare 
Purpose: Dual 
Recognized Varieties: Black, Black Red, Golden Duckwing, White 


(Suitability to Backyard Life)
Hardy In Winter: Yes 
Bears Confinement: Tolerates it 
Especially Docile: No 
Setter/ Broody: Yes
Personality: Unknown 


(Fancy Features)
Comb Type: Pea Comb 
Crested: No
Feathered Legs: No
Number of Toes: 4


(Egg Facts) 
Egg Laying: Good (3/wk)
Egg Color: Blue 
Egg Size: Medium 




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