Delaware
The Delaware is a hardy and attractive dual-purpose chicken breed, originally developed in the United States for both meat and egg production. Known for its calm demeanor and striking appearance, the Delaware is a great addition to any backyard flock.
Key Features:
Appearance: Delaware chickens have a white body with black or dark feathers around the neck, tail, and wings, giving them a distinct "penciled" or "laced" appearance. They have a medium-sized, compact body with a broad chest, red comb, and bright red wattles.
Size: The Delaware is a medium to large breed, with hens typically weighing around 6-7 lbs and roosters about 8-9 lbs. They are sturdy birds with a solid, well-rounded body.
Egg Production: Delawares are reliable layers, producing about 250-280 medium to large brown eggs per year. They are consistent layers, even in cooler weather, making them a solid choice for year-round egg production.
Temperament: Known for their friendly, calm, and docile temperament, Delaware chickens are easy to handle and get along well with other chickens. They are active but not overly flighty and are well-suited to both free-range and confined environments.
Hardiness: The Delaware is a hardy breed that adapts well to both hot and cold climates. They are resilient birds and thrive in a variety of conditions, making them ideal for backyard flocks in diverse climates.
Summary:
The Delaware is a versatile, dual-purpose breed with striking white and black plumage, known for its consistent egg-laying and friendly, calm nature. A reliable producer of medium to large brown eggs, Delawares are hardy, adaptable, and great for both meat and egg production.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT
There is a minimum requirement of 3 PER BREED on females. No minimum requirement on males only. This applies to local pick up orders that are pre-ordered.
SHIPPING POLICY
Orders are shipping February 5th through October 29th every Monday and Wednesday (excluding holidays). We will do everything we can to get your chicks scheduled based on your preferred ship month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will arrive during that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is reserved. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page. Please read through our Guarantee and Policies for more information.
PICKUP POLICY
Orders made for local pickup will be available for pickup Friday & Saturday the week your order is scheduled. We will do everything we can to get your birds scheduled for pickup based on your preferred month and week, however, there is no guarantee your order will be available at that time. An email confirmation will be sent as soon as your order is scheduled. If you have any date restrictions, please note them in the checkout page.
Orders must be picked up the week they are scheduled. Any orders not picked up will not be rescheduled and will be considered abandoned. We do not offer refunds on abandoned orders. This applies to orders that are shorted (not all breeds hatched out as expected). On orders that are shorted, remaining chicks on order will need to be picked up as scheduled.
There is no guarantee of mortality or morbidity once poultry leaves our store. Be sure to check your box of chicks before you leave.
