Blacktail Hen

Characteristics: Hybrid incorporating Rhode Island Red and Light Sussex, friendly, hardy, happy in run or free range, excellent layers.

Hen colour: Brown with black neck and tail.

Hen size: Medium

Egg colour: Brown

Approximate number of eggs per year: 320

The photograph is representative of the breed and not the actual hen that you are purchasing. Colours and markings may vary.

Our point of lay hens are fully vaccinated. They are sold between the ages of 16 weeks and 20 weeks (point of lay), and start to lay at approximately 22 weeks.

Our hens are thoroughly health checked before being sold. If you have concerns about a hen you have purchased, please contact us. We offer a 48 hour return period wherein we will take back the hen and swap it for a suitable alternative if available or issue a refund for the price paid.