Black Jersey Giant Day Old Chicks

Black Jersey Giant Day Old Chicks

The term "giant" is right for these tall, stately birds with shiny black feathers. In fact, Black Jersey Giant Chickens are the largest dual-purpose chicken breed. The breed was developed in the 1880s in New Jersey by breeders who wanted a large roasting bird. While Jersey Giants grow to a large size, they do it slowly.

Jersey Giants lay around 3-5 large brown eggs per week. They are a sustainable heritage breed and have a calm and docile personality. Read more about the Black Jersey Giant Chicken on our Breed Spotlight over on the Meyer Hatchery Blog.

Average mature weight: Roosters 13 lbs., Hens 10 lbs.