Polish

The Polish is one of the world's most oldest and most popular crested breeds. Docile and fairly calm, they tolerate confinement better than many breeds. The gaudy crest of head feathers can impair their vision, and as a result, they may startle easily. The Polish's crest feathers are not especially practical in cold weather, and their limited vision makes them vulnerable to predators.

PRIMARY USE: ornamental

TEMPERAMENT: skittish, but docile

RECOGNIZED VARIETIES: Non-Bearded White, Bearded Buff Laced, Bearded Golden,

Non-Bearded Golden, Non-Bearded White Crested, Bearded Silver, Bearded White, Non-Bearded Black Crested, Non-Bearded Buff Laced, Non-Bearded Silver

EGG PRODUCTION: good

EGG SIZE: medium

EGG COLOR: cream

HEN WEIGHT: 1 lbs.

COCK WEIGHT: 1 1/2 lbs.

BROODY: no

COLD HARDY: no