Brahma
Gallus gallus domesticus
✨ Fait Amusant
Queen Victoria received nine Brahma chickens from American breeder George Burnham in 1852, sparking a craze across Britain for giant feather-footed breeds called 'Brahma-mania'. The trend became so intense that poultry societies had to limit the size of birds exhibited to prevent fraud.
The 'King of Chickens' — Brahmas are among the largest standard chicken breeds in the world, with roosters commonly reaching 5–6 kg. Developed in the USA from Chinese Shanghai birds imported in the 1840s, Brahmas have a dense, puffy plumage, feathered feet and legs, and a small pea comb that resists frostbite. Their enormous size combined with a gentle, calm temperament makes them outstanding cold-climate dual-purpose birds. Brahma fever swept Britain when Queen Victoria received a gift of nine Brahmas from American breeder George Burnham in 1852.
🏷️ Race
Brahma
💭 Tempérament
Calm, gentle, docile, patient, good with children and other animals
📏 Taille
Large (4.5-5.5 kg)
⏳ Espérance de vie
5-8 years
🎨 Couleurs
Light (white with black lacing on hackle and tail), dark (pencilled), buff
🌍 Origine
USA — developed from Chinese Shanghai birds; named after Brahmaputra river, 1840s
🏠 Habitat
Free-range or large enclosed run; feathered feet need dry conditions
🍽️ Alimentation
High-quality grower and layer pellets; moderate forager
🎯 Usage
Dual Purpose
🥚 Couleur des œufs
Brown
👑 Type de crête
Pea
🏅 Classe EE
Large Fowl