Heritage breed 7 of 20
Buckeye
Developed in Ohio by Nettie Metcalf, the Buckeye is a practical American breed suited to active farm life and cold conditions.
Breed profile
What makes the Buckeye distinctive
- Origin
- Ohio, United States
- Traditional role
- Dual-purpose farm breed
- Known for
- Deep mahogany color and a pea comb
At our Kentucky hatchery
Our plan for this breed
The Buckeye is one of the 20 breeds planned for our rebuilding conservation hatchery.
Our approach centers on natural mothering: chicks are hen hatched and hen raised until they are feathered out and weaned at about five weeks.