Houdan

General Description: Large (2.7Kg-3.6Kg)  Bantam (620g-790g)
Introduced into England in 1850, it is one of the oldest French breeds. Developed for table qualities, but mainly noticeable for its striking head feathers and facial expression with its butterfly-shaped comb and bold piercing eyes. It has five toes similar to the Dorking.

Main Colours:
Glossy green-black ground with pure white mottles.

 
 
Male and female

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