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Specie

ISO3
EGY
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Other special qualities
Chick sexing is possible for this breed.
Avian classification
indigenous
Color comments
comment: resembles the Plymouth Rock in plumage
Weight males
2.30
Weight females
1.60
Other specific visible traits
resembles the White Leghorn in body shape
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Strain
Description of origin
It is a cross between the White Leghorn and Dokki4. It is named after the Matrouh Governorate and was developed at Borg El-Arab Poultry Research Station of Apri, Ministry of Agriculture. The composite has been stabilized over 10 years
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown