DominiqueDominiques are considered a "heritage" breed of chicken in that they've been around for hundreds of years and are now critically endangered. Some people can't tell the difference between a Dominique and a Barred Rock, but the trained eye will notice that Dominques have a rose comb versus the Barred Rock's single comb. Dominques are a wonderfully cold-hardy dual-purpose bird, and hens make very caring, nurturing mothers. Origins/History: American Large Fowl & Bantam Medium (6-7 lbs) Common Dual Barred
Egg Facts: Good (3/wk) Brown Large
Fancy Features: Rose Comb No No 4
Suitability to Backyard Life: Hardy in winter Not especially heat hardy Bears confinement well Yes Yes Calm and nurturing
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