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Back in the late 1800s, brothers, John and Thomas Black sought to develop a chicken that would be able to replace the traditional Thanksgiving turkey. What they eventually created, however, was a very large chicken called the Black Jersey Giant chicken, which got its name from its home state of New Jersey. While the Black Jersey Giant chicken was never able to steal Thanksgiving from the turkey due to its slower maturing nature, it remains one of the largest purebred chickens in the United States and is revered for its egg-laying capabilities. Over the years, many farmers and backyard hobbyists have come to trust Chickens for Backyards for producing superior quality Black Jersey Giant chicks.
Although Black Jersey Giant chickens are on the larger side, they are not aggressive and have a docile and gentle nature. They aren’t known to attack other chickens, and they will, for the most part, keep to themselves when placed on a farm or in a backyard. Black Jersey Giant chicks also grow to be cold weather hardy birds and can sustain almost any climate. Because their beautiful black feathers can attract the heat of the sun, we simply recommend that they always have access to shade in the summertime.
While Black Jersey Giant chickens were never able to replace Thanksgiving turkeys, they are still an excellent source of meat. Hens of this particular breed tend to weigh in at roughly 8 pounds, whereas roosters average around 11 rounds, making a heavy addition to your table. Additionally, Black Jersey Giant hens are capable of producing approximately 260 large brown eggs every year. Chickens for Backyards can help you grow your flock with this outstanding dual-purpose breed by answering any questions you might have about the Black Jersey Giant chicks we have for sale.
| Egg Color | Brown | Hardiness | Cold |
| Egg Size | Extra Large | Broody | Yes |
| Egg Production | Good | Hen Weight | 8 lbs |
| Personality | Calm and Easy Going | Rooster Weight | 11 lbs |
Live Chick Guarantee
We guarantee your ordered number of birds arrive healthy and true to breed. Please contact us immediately should any losses or variances to your order occur, this guarantee is only for the safe and live delivery of your poultry. Any loss must be reported to Chickens for Backyards within 3 days of receipt for any adjustment to be made. Reshipments are subject to availability and minimum shipping requirements. If eligible, we will reship only once. Reimbursements are limited to the cost of the birds and will not include shipping charges.
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Leota Kucera –
The best
These are the best chickens. Very friendly. My grandchildren can go feed them and they do not go crazy. The kids can even pet them. Loves attention, and lots of food. Very laid back birds.
Cindy White –
Great Chickens
Thanks so much for providing me with these beauties! They have the most amazing dark black color. I really enjoy looking at them everyday! Recommendations to all my friends are coming your way!
Leota Kucera –
Great Chickens
So far these chickens are great. Very easy going. My 5 year old granddaughter can hand feed them. She does put a glove on because sometimes they peck hard, but they do not run from her. Follow her all over the yard. Not sure about laying eggs yet to young.
Julie Griffin –
I am so pleased with these birds! I ordered 3 black Jersey Giant pullets which I received in August. They thrived right off the bat. They are about 7 months old now and I am getting some really nice large eggs already. They are beautiful, healthy birds friendly and curious and peaceful in the flock.
I will say that they went through an adolescent phase that was really bad when they were very dirty in the coop and kind of hyper I wasn’t sure about them around 5 or 6 months of age but they outgrew it in a couple months and have turned out to be really outstanding birds so I would say be patient as they are slow to mature mentally and instinct wise. I was concerned for awhile because they were breaking eggs in the nest but here’s how I solved it:
I put up a box nest that measures 30 x 18 inches and filled it to the top with the softest fluffiest pine shavings I could find. That way the hens just walk right into the nest vs jumping down into it and that took care of it. With age they are learning to be more careful too.
They are very similar to my black austrolorps just slightly bigger. I’m really glad I got them and I’m impressed with the quality of these hens. In addition to being great layers they are outstanding to turn loose in the vegetable garden pre-planting they dig up all the bad bugs