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CrevecoursFunctionality
This variety is not so generally known in this country as the Houdans, but in France, their native country, they are bred extensively for market purposes. They are considered of superior quality for the table, their flesh being white and delicately flavored. They are of gentle dispositions and do well in confinement. They have weak constitutions and require extra care and attention to breed them successfully. As layers they are only fair, and are nonsitters. Description
They are a crested variety, having comb and crest similar to the Houdan, and in plumage are a rich, greenish black throughout. Characteristics
The standard weight of Crevecours are:
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