Quick facts on the Bresse Gauloise

In the 1890s, the Bresse Gauloise went through a big hiccup that almost made it disappear.

Fortunately around 1900, people realized the possibility of losing the Bresse breed altogether, and a intensive breeding program ensued. The Standard of Perfection for this breed was written in 1904.

• Weight : Hen: 4.4 - 5.5 lbs  / rooster : 5.5 - 6.6 lbs
• Eggs: Can lay up to 250, white eggs per year
• Hardiness: Very cold hardy

• Behavior: They are active foragers.
• Type: Mainly raised as meat birds, although they remain good layers.
• Broody: sometimes
• Good city chicken but a bit noisy