Egyptian Fayoumis

The Egyptian Fayoumis chicken breed is an extremely old breed that originated in Egypt. This breed was brought to the U.S. in the 1940s to be studied at Iowa State University. Research has proven this breed to be very well suited to hot climates and possess strong foraging survival instincts and make it a great choice for a free-range chicken breed. Hens will usually lay eggs at 4 months and have a strong tendency to go broody, while cockerels (young rooster) will crow at a remarkedly early age of 5-6 weeks old. Buy these chickens for sale online for a great free-range chicken choice.

Note: This breed available as Straight Run (unsexed) only

About Your Ship Date:

We will email a ship date to you within 5 days of placing your order. Your chicks will arrive 1 to 3 days after that ship date. You should receive a phone call from your local post office upon delivery and we recommend you pick them up immediately upon notification.

Please note the requested month to ship is subject to change based on availability.

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. Re-shipments 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.

Cancellations & Changes

A minimum of two-week notice before your ship date must be given to cancel or change a live chick order.

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