Breda

A distinctive Dutch breed from the city of Breda in North Brabant, remarkable for being completely comb-less — a trait almost unheard of in chickens, giving it a smooth, rounded head that earned it the nickname Kraaikop ('crow's head'). The Breda is a large, upright dual-purpose bird with clean legs, a broad breast, and a calm disposition. Without a comb to worry about in freezing weather, Bredas are exceptionally cold-hardy — making them ideal for the northern European climate. The breed was developed in the 19th century from local Dutch stock and possibly Asian imports, creating a robust farm bird that excelled on small mixed farms. Now rare, the Breda is conserved by Dutch and Belgian breeders and is recognised by the EE Europastandard and BDRG.