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Dorking
Roman-era five-toed table bird
4.812 reviews
Hatching eggs are for incubation only, not for eating. Hatch rates vary and depend on incubation conditions.
Britain's oldest breed, reputedly brought by the Romans. Five toes, a long low body and a wonderfully gentle temperament. Rare Breeds Survival Trust listed.
- Origin
- England
- Purpose
- meat
- Temperament
- docile
- Egg colour
- white
- Eggs per year
- ~140
- Weight (hen / cock)
- 3.6 kg / 4.5 kg
- Hardiness
- Hardy
- Broodiness
- High
- Good with children
- Yes
- Noise level
- Quiet
- Suits
- Free-range
- Hatching difficulty
- Moderate
- Size
- large fowl
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