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Barnevelder
The Barnevelder originates from the Barneveld region of Holland and is so well-known that, according to the Barnevelder Club of North America, the Barnevelder name is synonymous with the word chicken. It is sought after for its dark "chocolate" brown eggs. This beautiful bird is hardy and quiet and doesn't mind being confined.


Barnevelder Cockerel
Class: Continental (Northern European)
Type: Standard & Bantam
Size: Medium (6-7 lbs)
Rarity: Common
Purpose: Dual
Recognized Varieties: Double Laced Partridge in the U.S.; other colors in Europe such as Black, Blue Laced, White/Silver etc.


Egg Laying: Good (3/wk)
Egg Color: Dark Brown
Egg Size: Large


Comb Type: Single Comb
Crested: No
Feathered Feet: No
Number of Toes: 4


Hardy In Winter: Yes
Bears Confinement: Bears confinement well
Especially Docile: Yes
Setter/Broody: No
Personality: Lively, active and friendly


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