Russian OrloffAlthough they're called "Russian" Orloffs (or sometimes just Russians), this beautiful breed actually originally comes from Persia. The Russian Orloff name comes from a famous Russian breeder of these birds, named Count Orloff-Techesmensky. They are very cold hardy birds with their small combs and fat bodies; the hens lay a fair number of light brown eggs, too. They are calm and seldom go broody. This is such a nice breed we wonder why it is so rare here in the US!
Origins/History: Not recognized
Large Fowl & Bantam
Medium (6-7 lbs)
Rare
Dual
Black, white, spangled
Egg Facts: Fair (2/wk)
Light Brown
Medium
Fancy Features: Walnut Comb
No
No
4
Suitability to Backyard Life: Hardy in winter
Not especially heat hardy
Bears confinement well
Yes
No
Calm, quiet, but not especially friendly
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