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Langshan
Langshans are tall, graceful birds developed from Chinese stock and admired for their useful farm qualities and distinctive silhouette.
Breed profile
What makes the Langshan distinctive
- Origin
- China
- Traditional role
- Dual-purpose breed
- Known for
- Height, feathered shanks, and a U-shaped profile
At our Kentucky hatchery
Our plan for this breed
The Langshan 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.