Brabanter and Frizzles chickens

Brabanter

The Brabanter chicken is thought to have originated in the Netherlands. 

The breed was nearly extinct in the early 20th century but was recreated from German breeds to become the chicken we know it to be today. 

Brabanters are largely ornamental birds. 

They have a crest that is tight and pointed forward, which means it does not block their vision. Brabanters also have muffs, which are feathers that protrude from the sides of the chicken’s face, and some have a beard.

Brabanter bantams are a cross between the bearded Polish bantam and the standard Brabanter. 

They weigh about 3 pounds, with the standard rooster weighing about 7 pounds and the hen weighing about 5 to 6 pounds.

There are several varieties of the Brabanter breed of chicken, including cream and the gold colored, both of which are found in the United States.

Outside of the United States, there are other varieties, including self black, white, blue laced, cuckoo, golden black half moon spangled, silver black half moon spangled, yellow white half moon spangled, golden blue half moon spangled, and lavender. 

This breed is gentle, friendly, and would be a welcomed addition to your flock or family.

Frizzles

This bird is from Southeastern Asia and gets its name from its feathers, which curl outward.

Frizzles’ colors include red, black, white, blue, silver-gray, splash (spotted), and buff, and their eyes are red. 

Although Frizzle here refers to a breed of chicken, the term “frizzle” is also a way to describe a bird that has fuzzy- looking feathers.

Frizzles have a single comb on top of their heads and a clean leg that does not have any feathers on it.

The standard weight for the rooster Frizzle is 11 pounds, the hen is about 8 ½ pounds, and the bantam for this breed is 4 to 6 pounds. 

Not only are they popular show birds, but they are also proficient egg layers; hens can lay more than 200 eggs per year. 

Their eggs are cream or tinted and of a medium size.

Frizzles have a friendly demeanor and docile temperament, which makes them excellent additions to your family.

They are easy for novice chicken owners.

Their feathers do not fare well in wet weather, so they need a dry coop. 

They do not mind being confined, so you could keep them indoors.