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The Dutch Owlbeard, or Uilebaard, is an ultra-rare and historic breed from the Netherlands, believed to be the foundation for several popular breeds including Polish chickens. Dating back to the 1500s and standardized in 1882, the Owlbeard nearly disappeared in the 20th century and is now considered endangered, though dedicated groups like the B.K.U. Club have worked to preserve it. Greenfire Farms offers large fowl flocks in lemon-and-black spangled and gold-and-black spangled varieties. These birds are notable for their pronounced beard, split V-shaped comb, tiny crest, cavernous nostrils, and clean slate-gray legs. Active and curious as chicks, they mellow with age but remain busy foragers. Hens mature slowly, laying about four to five large white eggs per week from around eight months of age, and rarely go broody, so incubators are recommended for hatching. Roosters weigh 6 to 7 pounds and hens about 5 pounds, with long, well-rounded bodies, large fanned tails, and striking spangled plumage, making the Owlbeard a rare and captivating addition to any flock.
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Jun 16, 2026
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Jun 30, 2026
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Jul 07, 2026
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Jul 14, 2026
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Jul 21, 2026
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Jul 28, 2026
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Jun 08, 2026
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Lemon Owlbeard
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Appearance and Behavior
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About
The Dutch Owlbeard, or Uilebaard, is an ultra-rare and historic breed from the Netherlands, believed to be the foundation for several popular breeds including Polish chickens. Dating back to the 1500s and standardized in 1882, the Owlbeard nearly disappeared in the 20th century and is now considered endangered, though dedicated groups like the B.K.U. Club have worked to preserve it. Greenfire Farms offers large fowl flocks in lemon-and-black spangled and gold-and-black spangled varieties. These birds are notable for their pronounced beard, split V-shaped comb, tiny crest, cavernous nostrils, and clean slate-gray legs. Active and curious as chicks, they mellow with age but remain busy foragers. Hens mature slowly, laying about four to five large white eggs per week from around eight months of age, and rarely go broody, so incubators are recommended for hatching. Roosters weigh 6 to 7 pounds and hens about 5 pounds, with long, well-rounded bodies, large fanned tails, and striking spangled plumage, making the Owlbeard a rare and captivating addition to any flock.
Breed History
Appearance and Behavior
Breed Standard
Hatching Eggs
Breed defects or issues
Notes
Breed Availability
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Jun 09, 2026
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Jun 16, 2026
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Jun 23, 2026
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Jun 30, 2026
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Jul 07, 2026
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Jul 14, 2026
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Jul 21, 2026
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Jul 28, 2026
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Jun 08, 2026
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