Campines

Ancestry

Campines belong to the Hamburg class. They are an old breed, but have only been recently admitted to the standard. The first mention of them was made in 1828, when they were referred to as a small variety of fowls imported from Holland, called "Everyday hens," or "Everlasting layers." This name is still applied to them on their native soil.

Functionality

Campines are rated as extraordinary layers in Holland, their native country, but their introduction into this country has been so recent that a comparison with the other egg-laying breeds can not be satisfactorily estimated, but those who keep them speak highly of their laying qualities.

Description

They much resemble the Hamburgs, so much so that many think they are the same class of birds. They differ, however, from Hamburgs in the comb, they having a single comb, while the comb of the Hamburg is rose.

There are two varieties of Campines, the Golden and Silver.

The color of the Golden is a rich golden bay in the neck plumage and a darker yellow for the body color.

The Silver Campines are in color silvery-white and black throughout their plumage. The shanks and toes of both varieties are dark-blue in color, wattles bright red and earlobes white or bluish white.

Characteristics

No standard weight is given for Campines; they average in size the Hamburgs.