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Silver Spangled Spitzhaubens are white with
pretty black polka-dots, giving them a cheery, unusual appearance with
their funny, feathery heads. Even though it is often this peculiar look
that attracts people to them, they are actually quite efficient
producers of medium or large white eggs.
Spitzhaubens have a
two-spiked "V" comb and a medium-sized crest that perches in silly
glory on the top of their heads. The breed was actually named for the
local ladies of Appenzellerland in Switzerland, who traditionally wore
lacey bonnets. I don't know that I would be happy about that homage if
I were an Appenzeller-lady, as the breed is also described as having
"large, carnivorous nostrils"!
This very rare
variety is good at foraging and they free range well. In fact, we don't
recommend keeping them if they must be confined. They will roost in
trees when
allowed. The chicks are spritely and active--you will love them!
Baby Chicks: Behind the Scenes
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