Scots Dumpy

The Scots Dumpy's unique, stunted body makes it easy to distinguish. Variously known as Creepers, Bakies, and Crawlers, the Scots Dumpy is one of Scotland's oldest breeds, and was first shown in London in the mid-1800s. These birds are simpler to round up than most, because their short legs make them especially easy to catch.

PRIMARY USE: eggs

TEMPERAMENT: quiet

RECOGNIZED VARIETIES: Cuckoo, Black, White

EGG PRODUCTION: good

EGG SIZE: large

EGG COLOR: off-white, tinted

HEN WEIGHT: 6 lbs.

COCK WEIGHT: 7 lbs.

BROODY: yes

COLD HARDY: yes