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The Turken (Naked Neck) is thought to have originated in Eastern Hungary. This breed became very popular in Europe and the United States in the 1900s. Naked Neck chickens are recognized in 1965 in the American Standard of Perfection in four colors: red, white, buff, and black.
This breed got their name Turken because originally people thought this bird was a cross between a turkey and a chicken. The bare neck characteristic is intentionally bred into the chickens. Surprisingly the Naked Neck is resistant to both cold and hot climates. They are also extremely hardy birds. The Turken is known for being broody and good mothers. If you are looking for a pet chicken that is easy to tame then this is the one for you. They have a very calm temperament and handle confinement well when it is not too crowded.
The day-old Naked Neck baby chicks we are selling are multi-colored. This unique dual purpose breed has about half as many feathers as other chickens the same size. This feature makes it easy to pluck and results in a smoothly dressed chicken when you are finished.
| Egg Color | Creamy Brown | Hardiness | Heat and Cold |
| Egg Size | Medium | Broody | Yes |
| Egg Production | Fair | Hen Weight | 6 1/2 lbs |
| Personality | Calm, but do not overcrowd | Rooster Weight | 8 1/2 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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Ally Rasmussen –
Naked Neck Chicken
I love my naked neck chicken! She arrived healthy and now has the most beautiful feathers.
QIAN CHEN –
Very calm and let you touch them any time.
Macie Brindley –
I ordered 2 turkens 5 months ago and they’re beautiful and healthy! They haven’t started laying yet but I assume they’ll start laying in a month or two. I got a buff colored and a black one. The black one is absolutely beautiful and very talkative
Melissa Mendoza –
I ordered 3 naked necks and was so excited. They arrived seemingly healthy, however a day and a half later one was dead, and within a few hours later another one was dead. I called in and they only guarantee them for the arrival not after. The temp is good, they had food and water with apple cider vinegar….will not order from this hatchery again!
friklfrak –
One of mine has an orange head I named him Trumpken lol. The are incredibly sweet and give neck hugs with their little naked necks.