Padovana
Gallus gallus domesticus
✨ Fait Amusant
The Padovana appears in several 17th and 18th-century Italian still-life paintings by Veronese and Bassano school artists, depicted as a decorative presence in wealthy Venetian households. These paintings serve as primary historical evidence of the breed's antiquity and the high regard in which it was held by Italian nobility.
An ornamental Italian crested breed from the city of Padova (Padua) in the Veneto region, with a history stretching back several centuries in northern Italian noble gardens and farmyards. The Padovana is recognised by its large, rounded full crest that hangs forward over the face, completely obscuring the V-comb beneath, a full beard, and muffled cheeks. Its appearance strongly resembles the Polish breed, and the two may share a common ancestor. Recognised by the EE Europastandard and maintained by Italian conservation breeders, the Padovana is a rare and historically significant Italian heritage breed.
🏷️ Race
Padovana
💭 Tempérament
Calm, docile, gentle; crest severely limits vision making the bird easily startled
📏 Taille
Medium (1.8-2.7 kg)
⏳ Espérance de vie
5-8 years
🎨 Couleurs
Chamois (buff-laced, most traditional), silver-laced, gold-laced, white, black, mottled
🌍 Origine
Italy — Padova (Padua), Veneto; documented from 17th century
🏠 Habitat
Dry enclosed housing; full crest must be kept dry to prevent eye infection
🍽️ Alimentation
Layer pellets; limited forager due to vision obstruction from crest
🎯 Usage
Ornamental
🥚 Couleur des œufs
White
👑 Type de crête
V-Shape
🏅 Classe EE
Large Fowl