Yaytsenosky breeds of chickens are especially appreciated by farmers because of their ability to carry a large number of eggs. These chickens are Czech gold.
They are gradually gaining popularity among domestic poultry lovers because of good productivity and rapid growth.
As is known from the name of the breed, the Czech golden breed of chickens was first obtained in the Czech Republic. Breeders were specially selected for crossing individuals that were characterized by high egg production.
As a result, they managed to get a breed capable of carrying up to 200 eggs per year.
These chickens came to the territory of Russia relatively recently, only in 1977. Almost immediately, the breed began to actively breed on many poultry farms, as the breeders became interested in its qualities.
Breed description Czech Golden
The head of the Czech golden chickens is not very large. It has a slightly curved beak that has a dark color. The comb is well developed in chickens and in roosters. It has a leaf-shaped and bright red color.
The small head of the bird is on the neck of medium length. She gradually turns into a small rectangular body, at the end of which is a well-developed lush tail. Roosters have it big enough. The legs of the bird, in relation to the body, are short. Usually their colors can range from gray to black.
As the name implies, Czech golden chickens are golden yellow in color.. Each feather of this breed has a light brown tint.
In this case, the chickens chest has a salmon color with a brown tint. The hens and roosters have golden plumage on their necks, but in roosters, the head, back and loins are colored bright red. All the rest of the plumage at the same time remains black.
Features
Czech golden chickens are very active, mobile birds. They can spend the whole day in an open area, digging in the ground in search of insects and dead seeds.
That is why for these birds it is necessary to arrange in advance a yard for walking, so that they could somewhere lose the energy accumulated during the night.
This breed of chickens can lay up to 170 eggs per year.. But this does not mean that this figure is the same for all individuals.
Often in chicken herds there are record-laying hens, which manage to lay more than 200 eggs in the first year of productivity. This fact can not but rejoice farmers, especially beginners in this business.
Czech golden chickens do not require the creation of special conditions of detention. They have enough of the usual house with a spacious yard, where they can spend most of the time.
However, the breeder needs to remember that during long walks in the fresh air chickens quickly lose the necessary energy. In order to properly replenish its reserves, birds should receive a sufficient amount of a balanced feed containing all the necessary vitamins and trace elements.
Content and cultivation
Czech golden chickens easily adapt to a variety of climatic conditions, so they do not require strict conditions of detention.
This breed of chickens can be kept in semi-free conditions if the owner of the site can guarantee their livestock safety.
As for the feeding of this breed, most attention should be paid to chickens. It is at this age that poultry needs the maximum possible supply of nutrients into the body.
To do this, they give a grated egg and crushed grain in the first weeks of life. As you grow older, corn, bran, bone meal and yeast can be added to the diet of young.
It is also important to properly feed adult laying hens, as the number of eggs laid depends on the diet. Breeders feed adult Czech golden chickens with boiled eggs, germinated grain, yeast, and ground egg shells to improve egg production. In this case, one should not forget about corn, which does not allow the bird to gain excess body weight.
Amateur breeders who, while poorly versed in feeding chickens, can purchase ready-made combined feed. They contain all the necessary vitamins and trace elements. Additionally, in such feed, you can add sand. He will help birds digest grain and plant foods.
Specifications
Sexual maturity of egg-laying chickens begins at the age of five months. It is at this point that the hens can complete the first egg-laying. Usually in the first year of productivity, they can carry from 160 to 200 eggs, depending on the individual. On average, the eggs of this breed of chickens weigh 55 g. They have a creamy shell.
Due to a well-developed maternal instinct, the safety of the young of this breed of chickens is more than 90%, and adults - 80%.
Where can I buy in Russia?
- Czech golden chickens can be purchased on the territory of St. Petersburg Federal State Unitary Enterprise "Gene pool", which is geographically located in the village of Shushary. All birds are purebred, therefore they can be used for breeding. You can make an order and find out the exact cost of a bird by phone +7 (812) 459-76-67 or 459-77-01.
- Another farm that sells this breed is Mozhaisk private residence. It is located in Mozhaisk district of the Moscow region. You can find out the exact cost and availability of poultry by calling +7 (903) 001-84-29.
Analogs
As an analogue breed, you can use Russian white chickens. They are completely unpretentious to any conditions of detention. In addition, they were bred with increased resistance to neoplasms, so all birds are resistant to this disease.
They are well suited for beginner breeders, because they do not require special care. However, this breed of chickens does not have such an "elegant" plumage as the Czech golden.
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One of the best egg breeds is considered Leggorn. Laying of this breed lay the maximum possible number of eggs per year, which allows the farm to get the maximum profit. Unfortunately, such chickens are more suitable for experienced breeders, as they require a special diet.
Conclusion
Czech golden chickens are a breed that could combine high egg production and beautiful plumage. Some amateur breeders purchase these poultry solely for decorative purposes, using good egg production as a nice addition. This combination of breed characteristics made Czech golden chickens especially popular.
