Faverolles at a glance
| Egg production | 150–200 eggs/year |
|---|---|
| Egg color | tinted, light brown |
| Size | medium; hen weight 6.5 lb |
| Temperament summary | Active yet gentle |
| Housing class | laying hen |
Strongest documented traits
Winter laying
Excellent winter layer
good winter egg layers
Source confidence: High
Beginner friendliness
Excellent for first-time keepers
good family breed and beginning owner choice
Source confidence: High
Family friendliness
Excellent family-friendly choice
gets along with people of all ages
Source confidence: High
Dual-purpose value
Excellent dual-purpose breed
eggs and meat
Source confidence: High
Temperament
Calm temperament
active yet gentle/docile
Source confidence: High
Foraging
Good forager
likes to roam and forage
Source confidence: Medium
How the planner uses this breed
The flock planner does not rank Faverolles from a single overall score stored in the database. Instead, it weights individual traits differently for each household. Cold hardiness matters more in harsh winters; heat tolerance matters more in hot climates; docility receives additional weight when children will handle the birds; and housing size can prevent a breed mix from being recommended even when its preference score is strong.
Sources used for this record
- The Livestock Conservancy: Faverolles Chicken
- The Livestock Conservancy: Quick Reference Guide to Heritage Chickens
Last database review: 2026-10-03. Trait values are normalized to a 1–5 planning scale; see the methodology for how uncertainty is handled.