Baby Appenzeller Spitzhauben Chicks for sale
Chicks hatching February to August
Appenzeller Spitzhauben are interesting looking birds. These chickens are black and white speckled, with a 'V' shaped crest. Although not recognized by the American Poultry Association, the Appenzeller Spitzhauben is a chicken that will start conversations!
Production: Appenzeller Spitzhauben chickens are fairly rare in the United States, but are much more common in Europe. They are good, but not fantastic, small white egg layers.
Temperament: These birds are independent, and generally intelligent. They are happy to be left alone and are good foragers. Appenzeller Spitzhauben chickens will roost in trees when possible and require good fencing because they are good fliers.
History: Appenzell is a region of Switzerland, and is where this breed of chicken was developed. Girls there, at one time, wore caps that came to a point at the top. The word “spitzhauben” is a German word that means “pointed cap,” so these chickens are literally “pointed caps from Appenzell.” Apenzellers are the national breed of Switzerland.
Colors: Appenzeller Spitzhaubens are silver spangled which means white with black markings that almost look like polka-dots. In the UK there are black spitzhaubens.
Status: American Livestock Breeds Conservancy Conservation Status: not listed
In the United States the Appenzeller Spitzahauben is a rare breed of chicken, but these birds are easily available in other parts of the world.
Body Type: This is a sturdy breed chicken, well suited to living in the mountains. It climbs well, but it’s most distinctive feature is the forward-facing comb that stands up straight. It has large nostrils and brown eyes.
Weight
male 5.5 pounds
female 4 pounds
Classification
American Poultry Association Class: This breed is not recognized by the APA.
