Lohmann Brown Chickens: Pros & Cons

#chicken #chickens #proscons Poultry farmers are constantly looking for new breeds to add to the feathered family. There are now many varieties of chickens in poultry farms and private farms, obtained through experiments of breeders. Breed Lohmann Brown, which has gained popularity all over the world, is of particular interest. But in addition to the positive qualities, it is necessary to pay attention to other features and nuances to prepare more thoroughly for everything. This video will help to deal with it. They are of Germanic origin, obtained by crossing four hybrid breeds. The meat and egg species were used to give them versatility, but greater priority is given to egg production. It has a medium size with a not very pronounced musculature. Chickens weigh 1.5-2 kg and have brown plumage. Roosters weigh about 2.5-3 kg, the color can be white or beige with brown flecks. Typical external signs are: Compact, but lush forms with a protruding thorax, rounded flanks. Small head with a leaf-shaped comb, which can have from six to nine teeth. Reddish-colored face. Yellowish beak of narrow shape. Paws under color of beak. Short tail. Small but stout neck. Dense plumage. Well-developed wings. The average annual clutch size reaches up to 340 eggs weighing 60-70 grams. The shell is of good density and has a smooth surface. Egg laying peaks at the age of 170-180 days and lasts for a year. The chicks are born small, but grow quite quickly. Until they are fully mature, they need to be kept in almost ideal conditions. An optimal climate must be maintained for proper development. Vaccination dates should also be followed to increase the percentage of chicks that are safe.