Country
Specie
ISO3
FRA
Language
fr.
Description
several varieties
Transboundary name
Houdan
Breed classification (adaptedness)
Native
Breed classification (geographic)
International
Additional information
It is one of the most famous French breeds and exists also as dwarf variety.
Avian classification
middle level
Weight males
3.00
Weight females
2.50
Other specific visible traits
5 spurs, crest, beard and mufflings well developed
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
This breed originated in Houdan and surrounding region, west of Paris (France). It is one of the oldest French breeds (17th century).
Year of origin
17
Location within country
west of Paris
Local cryo conservation status
Sufficient
Local Risk
Unknown
Detailed local risk status
Unknown
International Transboundary Risk detailed
Endangered
