Lohmann Brown

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Lohmann Brown

The Lohmann Brown is a type of chicken known for its high egg production and is commonly used in commercial egg production. This breed is a hybrid, specifically developed for its prolific laying capabilities and is a popular choice among both commercial and backyard poultry keepers.

History

The Lohmann Brown was developed by the Lohmann Tierzucht company in Germany. The breed was created through selective breeding to produce a chicken that could lay a large number of eggs while maintaining good health and feed efficiency.

Characteristics

Lohmann Browns are medium-sized chickens with a calm and friendly temperament, making them suitable for various types of poultry farming. They have a reddish-brown plumage with white underfeathers. The hens are known for their high egg production, often laying over 300 eggs per year. The eggs are typically brown and of medium to large size.

Physical Appearance

• **Plumage**: Reddish-brown with white underfeathers
• **Size**: Medium
• **Comb**: Single, red
• **Wattles**: Red
• **Earlobes**: Red

Egg Production

Lohmann Browns are renowned for their exceptional egg-laying abilities. They start laying eggs at around 18-20 weeks of age and can continue to lay consistently for up to 80 weeks. The eggs are brown and have a strong shell quality, making them ideal for commercial purposes.

Care and Management

Lohmann Browns are relatively easy to care for and are adaptable to various housing systems, including free-range, barn, and cage systems. They require a balanced diet rich in protein and calcium to maintain their high egg production. Regular health checks and vaccinations are essential to prevent common poultry diseases.

Related Breeds

• Rhode Island Red
• Leghorn (chicken)
• Sussex (chicken)

See Also

• Chicken
• Egg production
• Poultry farming
• Hybrid (biology)

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