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Striking All-Black Appearance: The Bohuslän-Dal Svarthöna or Swedish Black Hen is renowned for its elegant all-black coloration—feathers, comb, wattle, beak, legs, and skin, creating a unique and striking look.
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Breed Origin and Traits:
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Country of Origin: Sweden
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Weight: Hens approximately 3 lbs, Cocks (roosters) about 4.5 lbs
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Egg Production: Lays 100-150 light brown eggs annually
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Egg Size: Small to medium
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Personality: Known for their alert and intelligent nature, though somewhat aloof
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Broodiness: Occasionally broody
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Climate Tolerance: Cold hardy and has some heat tolerance
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Unique Features: In addition to their black features, some individuals may have reddish-purple combs and wattles, and you might even find a rare white individual among them.
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Order and Delivery:
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Flexible Ordering: Choose your preferred week for delivery; we ship between Monday and Wednesday to ensure freshness.
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Tracking Provided: Receive up-to-date tracking information to monitor your order's arrival.
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Packaging: Each egg is wrapped in layers of tissue, ensuring snugness, placed in an egg carton, and surrounded by biodegradable packing peanuts for optimal cushioning during shipping.
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Shipping Policies: We ship only to US addresses via USPS Priority Insured or Express. Opt to have your eggs held at your local post office by noting it in your order.
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NPIP Certification: Proud participant of the National Poultry Improvement Plan, ensuring our flock is avian influenza clean with certification under Tina Hines, participant number 31-1508.
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Customer Support and Extras:
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Additional Eggs: Occasionally, extra eggs are included as a bonus, subject to availability.
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Support for New Hatchers: Providing guidance for those new to hatching eggs, with resources and direct support available.
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No Public Access: While our flocks are not available for public visits for health and safety reasons, we offer virtual interactions through photos and video chats. Local egg pick-up arrangements available upon request.
- Disclaimer: Please be aware that while Cluck It All Farms takes every precaution to ensure the highest quality of our hatching eggs, several factors can impact the hatch rate and development of embryos. These include incubation practices, handling during shipment, and the environment in which eggs are incubated. While our eggs have a 90% hatch rate under controlled farm conditions, variations can occur during transit such as detached air cells, which may affect the hatchability. We are committed to transparency and quality but cannot guarantee specific outcomes once eggs leave our farm. For best results, we recommend following our detailed hatching guide and contacting us for any queries or support needed throughout your hatching journey.
