Country
Specie
ISO3
BEL
Language
dutch
Other name
Coucou des Flandres
Breed classification (geographic)
Local
Additional information
Very close to extinction, only a few breeders are left. This type of chicken has been used to create the Malines chicken breed by crossing with the Antwerp Brahma.
Adaptability to specific environment
The breed is suitable for lowlands.
Other special qualities
This breed is a good egg producer during the winter.
Avian classification
middle level
Weight males
3.50
Weight females
3.00
Domestication status
domestic
Taxonomic classification
Breed
Description of origin
originated in Dender region in the south of Eastern Flanders; has been developed from local fowls with cuckoo plumage
Local cryo conservation status
No Information
Local Risk
At Risk
Detailed local risk status
Critical
