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White Leghorn Poultry

The commercial white-egg layer: light, active and the most productive laying breed.

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OriginTuscany, Italy (exported from Livorno)Wikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
PurposeEggs (white shelled)Wikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence
TemperamentActive and flighty; rarely goes broodyWikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Average Weight2–3.4 kgNote: Hens ≈2.0–2.5 kg; cocks ≈2.7–3.4 kg.Wikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026Medium confidence
Egg Production280–320 eggs/yearNote: Averages ≈280/year, reaching 300–320 in good commercial flocks.Wikipediachecked 3 Sept 2026High confidence

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