The Australorp is a very popular breed that came originally from Australia. Its focus is high egg production. They are excellent foragers and good mothers.
The Australorp is also considered a dual-purpose breed that grows at a good rate and has a well-fleshed carcass.
The plumage is pure black with an intense beetle-green sheen that is look really cool in the sunlight. Their legs and toes are also black.
Egg Color | Brown |
Weeks to Lay | 24 |
Eggs/Year | 250 |
Egg Size | Large |
Docile | Yes |
Cold Hardy | Very |
Comb | Single |
Eggs or Meat | Both |
Breed True | Yes |
Hybrid | No |
Heritage | No |
Minimum quantities:
1 chick - for pickup only in Anchorage, Eagle River, Mat-Su.
10 chicks - for shipping to all other areas. Additional shipping charges will apply.