Norfolk Grey Chicken

     The Norfolk Grey is a rare Chicken breed that originated in the town of Norwich, in Norfolk, England. It’s thought that this breed is the result of crossing silver birchen English Games and duckwing Leghorns. The English Game’s bloodline would account for the excellent meat, and the Leghorn’s for the laying abilities.

     Norfolk Greys have single combs, red earlobes, and slate or black legs. Their plumage is attractively marked, as the rooster’s plumage is black with beautiful silver hackle and saddle feathers. While, the hen’s plumage is entirely black apart from the throat which is silver laced.

     The Norfolk Grey is an excellent forager and does well in free-range rearing. The hens lay plenty of tinted eggs (around 150 – 220 medium-sized eggs per year). But, they are classified as non-setters. A bantam version is also available for the Norfolk Grey.