Country
Specie
ISO3
FRA
Language
fr.
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Specific reproductive characteristic
The females are known as good brooding hens.
Special characteristic of product
This breed produces excellent meat.
Other special qualities
These are rustic animals.
Avian classification
indigenous
Color comments
comment: red ear lobes
Weight males
3.50
Weight females
2.50
Other specific visible traits
semi-heavy, long legs, graceful, no dwarfism
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
The crossing of a local breed with Columbian Brahma resulted in the Bourbonnaise at the end of 19th century.
Year of origin
0
Location within country
Allier Department, central France
Local cryo conservation status
Sufficient
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
