White Sultan Chicken

Hatchery® has the White variety of the Sultan breed. The breed is noted for its beautiful plumage and are quite docile and friendly. They do well in confinement but are often bullied by other breeds if kept in flocks with other breeds. White Sultans got their name because they were once favored by the rulers of Turkey. Originated in Southeastern Europe but bred in Turkey and came to England by way of Istanbul in 1854. Distinct features are head crested feathers, feathered muff, feathered beard, feathered shanks and a fifth toe. Admitted to the American Standard of Perfection in 1874.

Breed Facts

• Poultry Show Class: All Other Standard Breeds – Miscellaneous Class
• Weights: Hen ——-4  lbs
  Rooster—-6 lb
  Pullet——-3 1/2  lbs
  Cockerel—-5 lbs
• Purpose and Type: Ornamental, Egg Laying; Exhibition
• Egg Shell Color: White
• Egg Production: Fair
• Egg Size: Small
• Temperament: Active
• Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
• Broody: Variable
• Mating Ratio: 7 Females to 1 Male
• Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
• Country of Origin: Turkey
• APA: Yes, Recognized by American Standard of Perfection in 1874
• TLC: Critical status, Considered a sustainable heritage chicken breed.
• Breeder Farm Source: “Hatchery®  Poultry Breeding Farm” developing our bloodline or strain of pure color varieties of standard size Cochin chickens since 1975.