White Chantecler Chicken

The Chantecler originated in the Quebec Province of Canada and is a dual-purpose chicken. The Chantecler is the first Canadian breed of chicken. Under the supervision of Brother Chatelain, the monks of the Cistercian Abbey in Oka, Quebec, sought to create a fowl of vigorous and rustic temperament that could resist the climatic conditions of Canada. The White Chantecler was introduced to the public in 1918 and admitted to the American Poultry Association Standard of Perfection in 1921. The breed is noted for having nearly no wattles and a small cushion comb appearing much like a small round button sitting low on the head. An excellent layer of brown eggs and a good winter layer. At 20 weeks, the average live weight for males are 7 pounds 8 ounces to 9 pounds.  The breed is noted for being calm, gentle and personable. We used seed stock from Greg Oakes and John W Blehm in 2012 to start our breeding program. You will love these giant and friendly chickens.

Breed Facts

• Poultry Show Class: American Class
• Weights: Hen—–6 1/2 lbs
  Rooster——8 1/2 lbs
  Pullet—-5 1/2lbs
  Cockerel—–7 1/2 lbs
• Purpose and Type: Dual, Egg Laying and meat; Exhibition
• Egg Shell Color: Brown
• Egg Production: 150-200+ eggs per year (estimates only, see FAQ)
• Egg Size: Large
• Temperament: Docile
• Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
• Broody: Variable
• Mating Ratio: 7 Females to 1 Male
• Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
• Country of Origin: Quebec, Canada
• APA: Yes, Recognized by the American Standard of Perfection in 1921.
• TLC: Watch Status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed
• Breeder Farm Source: Hatchery® Poultry Breeding Farm used seed stock from Greg Oakes and John W Blehm developing since 2012.