What Are Appenzeller Spitzhauben Chickens? Not only are they unique and endangered heritage breed Swiss poultry, with striking colors and crest, they are adapted to tough, cold mountain conditions.
Icelandic chickens (Icies) are an ancient landrace and are very diverse, robustly healthy, cold-hardy chickens. Sadly, they are threatened by diminished numbers during the 1970s and the consequent inbreeding.
The Swedish Flower Hen is a hardy, heritage landrace with beautiful plumage and a friendly nature. They are self-sufficient survivors, but the breed needs urgent conservation.
Lakenvelder chickens are excellent foragers, good layers, and are hardy birds with beautifully striking plumage. They are an endangered heritage breed from Germany and the Netherlands.
The Hamburg chicken is a good layer with an active manner and beautiful feathers. Her origin is somewhat mysterious, having both British and Dutch roots.