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Jersey Blues The least known variety of the American class is the Jersey Blue. Description
It is one of the largest breeds of poultry, being in size between the Plymouth Rock and the Light Brahma. Their plumage resembles that of the Andalusian (fig. 25), being blue throughout. Their breast and fluff are light blue; hackle and sickles, very dark blue, approaching black; shanks and toes dark blue, the lower surface of the toes lighter in shade, and the nails white. CharacteristicsThey are not as good layers as are other of their class, and are hardy and easily kept in confinement. They are not popular for table purposes, preference being given to yellow-skinned and yellow-legged birds. The standard weight of the Jersey Blue is:
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