Sulmtaler
 Sulmtaler hen | |
| Country of origin | Austria |
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| Egg color | Cream |
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Sulmtaler is a breed of chicken, originating in Austria. [1]
Name
The name Sulmtaler is derived from the Sulm valley in Austria.
Origin
The origin of the Sulmtaler lies south and south-west of Graz, capital of the Austrian county Stiermarken. Especially in the valleys of Kainach, Lassnitz, Sulm and Saggau (tal = valley), heavy fowls were bred for high quality fattening, mainly being fed on locally grown maize. From 1865 to 1875, these birds were crossed with Cochin, Houdan and Dorkings and then crossed back again to the local fowls from Stiermarken. By 1900, the Sulmtaler had been developed as a breed in its own right and spread into Germany, Holland and England. It is a hardy fowl, fast growing, easy to fatten and a good utility breed.
Description
The Sulmtaler is a hardy breed, kept mostly for eggs and meat. The roosters weigh 3-3,5 kg and the hens from 2,5-3,5 kg. The hens are nonsitters, produce 150-160 eggs per year of 55 g weight.