CrevecoeurCrevecoeurs are a beautiful, black, crested breed with a V-shaped comb, named after the Crevecoeur village in Normandy, France--the region from which they originated. They were originally developed for meat production but are also good layers. Extremely popular in France in the early twentieth century, Crevecoeur numbers deteriorated sharply during World War II and are critically endangered now. They can be purchased at a few of the major hatcheries.
Origins/History: Continental (French) Large Fowl & Bantam Heavy (7-8 lbs) Rare Dual Black
Egg Facts: Good (3/wk) White Medium
Fancy Features: V-Shape Comb Yes No 4
Suitability to Backyard Life: Hardy in winter Tolerates heat well Bears confinement well Yes No Active but docile, quiet, calm, deliberate
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