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Colored Egg Layers

Pearl Legbar

Blue-Tinted eggsActive, Docile, Friendly Cold hardyHeat hardy
250Eggs / year
In brief

Large blue-tinted eggs, 5-6 lbs. at maturity, and a active, docile, friendly temperament.

Breed specifications

Pearl Legbar at a glance

Temperament
Active, Docile, Friendly
Weight
5-6 lbs.
Eggs per year
250
Egg size
Large
Egg color
Blue-Tinted
Cold hardy
Yes
Heat hardy
Yes

Pearl Legbars are talkative and inquisitive birds known for their dependable blue egg production and active personalities. Their soft gray and silver “pearl” feathering, paired with a charming crest, gives them a clean, eye-catching look that stands out in any backyard flock. Pearl Legbars are energetic chickens that enjoy space to explore and forage, making them a great fit for free-range or larger run setups.

TemperamentWeightEggs per YearEgg SizeEgg ColorCold HardyHeat Hardy
Active, Docile, Friendly 5-6 lbs.250LargeBlue-TintedYesYes
TemperamentActive, Docile, Friendly
Weight5-6 lbs.
Eggs per Year250
Egg SizeLarge
Egg ColorBlue-Tinted
Cold HardyYes
Heat HardyYes

Common questions

Pearl Legbar questions, answered

How many eggs does a Pearl Legbar lay?

About 250 large blue-tinted eggs per year.

How big do Pearl Legbars get?

Pearl Legbars weigh 5-6 lbs. at maturity.

What is a Pearl Legbar's temperament?

Active, Docile, Friendly.

Is the Pearl Legbar cold and heat hardy?

The Pearl Legbar is cold hardy and heat hardy.

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