Exhibition Lines at Eagle Nest
- Large Fowl
Our Exhibition Lines of poultry have been acquired from breeders around the country who specialize in producing show quality birds and who actively show their stock at APA and ABA sanctioned shows. While we can not guarantee any particular bird purchased from us will win at a show, we take pride in producing and selling stock that has been bred to the Standard of Perfection and has the potential to be competitive in the show hall. If you have any questions regarding our Exhibition Lines, or you need assistance placing your order, call 419-562-1993 today and a member of our team will be happy to help.
Please note: These breeds may have limits on the quantity available.
White Ameraucana - COMING SOON
The Ameraucana breed is relatively new. It was developed in the United States in the 1970’s from Araucana chickens imported from Chile. The name is derived from blending “America” and “Araucana”. It was added to the Standard of perfection initially in 1984. There are 10 accepted varieties of Ameraucana: Black, Blue, Blue Wheaten, Brown Red, Buff, Self-Blue, Silver, Splash, Wheaten, and White.
The Ameraucana is known to be curious and social making them an excellent addition to backyard flocks. Ameraucana have many unique features including a pea comb, beards and muffs. Unlike the Araucana, they are not rumpless. They do, however, lay a blue egg. And while they may not be prolific layers, the Ameraucana hen will lay around 150 to 200 eggs per year. They are a medium sized bird with hens weighing 5 ½ pounds and Cock birds weighing 6 ½ pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Black Cochin
Like the Brahma, the Cochin derives from very large feather-legged chickens first known as "Shanghai" birds, and later as "Cochin-Chinas". The large size and striking appearance of these birds contributed to a sudden increase of interest in poultry-breeding, sometimes described as "hen fever" and led to a flourishing culture of breeding for exhibition, complete with poultry shows and written standards. Cochins were recognized by the American Poultry Association in 1874 with the varieties of Partridge, White, Buff, and Black.
Cochins typically lay around 150-180 eggs per year, which is modest compared to some other breeds. However, the eggs they do produce are medium-sized and brown. They are also famous for their brooding nature. Mature hens should weigh 8 ½ pounds, Cocks 10-11 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
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Red Dorking *SOLD OUT FOR 2026*
The Dorking is one of the oldest breeds of chickens. They were shown at the first ever poultry show in 1849. The APA added the Dorking to the English Class in 1874. The Red Dorking was added in 1995.
The Dorking is a stocky, “brick shaped”, well fleshed bird with white skin and five toes. Its white skin and meat is prized for being tender, delicate, and full of flavor. The Dorking hen lays between 170 and 190 medium to large cream to tan eggs. Although slow to start laying, these hens maintain steady production throughout winter and tend to become broody, making them excellent mothers.
The Red Dorking males display a striking combination of black body feathers with rich mahogany red on the hackles, saddle, primaries, and tail, while the hens show a deep black-red tone resembling that of a brown Leghorn. Red Dorking males mature around 9 pounds and females around 7 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
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Black Jersey Giant *SOLD OUT FOR 2026*
The Jersey Giant was created by John and Thomas Black in Burlington County, New Jersey in the late nineteenth century. The Black brothers’ intention was to create a chicken large enough to replace the turkey. They’re success in this creation led to the birds being used commercially as capons and broilers for a period of time. Jersey Giants can be Black, Blue, or White. The Black variety was accepted by the APA into the American Class in 1922. While the current lines of Giants are smaller than those of the early 1900’s, they are still one of the largest breeds of chickens available. The Jersey Giant is a yellow skinned that lays a large brown egg. They are slow growing but a fairly robust bird that is docile, calm, and very cold hardy. Males mature at 13 pounds, females at 10 pounds.​
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Lakenvelder
The Lakenvelder is a rare German-Dutch breed known for it’s distinctive black and white plumage and active, foraging nature. The name is Dutch for “a white spread over a black field” which describes its striking color pattern. The Lakenvelder was imported around 1900 but did not reach recognition by the APA until 1939.
The Lakenvelder was originally designed to be a dual-purpose breed. They lay 150-200 small to medium, light tinted eggs per year. They are active foragers and do not like to be confined. They tend towards being flighty and prefer warmer climates, so a warm coop in a must. They are a small bird, with males weighing around 5 pounds at maturity and females around 4 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Black Langshan
Langshans originate from China in the same time period as the Cochin and Brahma. Sometimes called “Croad Langshan”, in honor of Major Croad who was instrumental in promoting and popularizing the breed, they are known for their tall, sturdy build and striking glossy black feathers. The most popular type of Langshan has always been that of the bird we know today – Tall, long legs, deep body, and a full breast. First imported in 1878, Langshan were added to the Standard of Perfection by the APA in 1883.
Black Langshans have feathered legs and feet, though not as heavily as Cochins, which gives them a distinctive yet manageable appearance. They are truly dual-purpose birds, valued both for their quality meat and for laying large brown eggs. This combination of good egg production and meat quality, along with their hardiness, means they can adapt well to different environments and care routines. Given their calm nature and ease of handling, Langshans are often recommended for beginners or those who prefer a low-maintenance but productive breed.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Light Brown Leghorn
The Leghorn originates from Livorno, Italy. First imported to America around 1828 with the Brown being imported in 1835. By the mid 1800’s the Leghorn began to gain popularity for it’s beauty as well as its prolific egg laying ability. The Single Comb Light Brown and Dark Brown varieties were added to the Mediterranean Class by the APA in 1874 while the Rose Comb versions of both varieties were not added until 1883.
The Leghorn is a yellow skinned, egg-laying breed. They’re production can vary greatly from 150-320 large white eggs, depending on line and variety. These prolific layers tend not to be good mothers and rarely go broody. They are a lively and active bird. They are a cold and heat tolerant breed and will handle confinement well. They also make good foragers and are light eaters. They can be more flighty than other breeds and might not be suitable for younger or novice owners. Because they are a lighter build, they can and do fly. Over all, the benefits far outweigh the potential negatives of this high production, hardy, prolific breed. Males mature at 6 pounds, females at 4.5 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Dark Brown Leghorn
The Leghorn originates from Livorno, Italy. First imported to America around 1828 with the Brown being imported in 1835. By the mid 1800’s the Leghorn began to gain popularity for it’s beauty as well as its prolific egg laying ability. The Single Comb Light Brown and Dark Brown varieties were added to the Mediterranean Class by the APA in 1874 while the Rose Comb versions of both varieties were not added until 1883.
The Leghorn is a yellow skinned, egg-laying breed. They’re production can vary greatly from 150-320 large white eggs, depending on line and variety. These prolific layers tend not to be good mothers and rarely go broody. They are a lively and active bird. They are a cold and heat tolerant breed and will handle confinement well. They also make good foragers and are light eaters. They can be more flighty than other breeds and might not be suitable for younger or novice owners. Because they are a lighter build, they can and do fly. Over all, the benefits far outweigh the potential negatives of this high production, hardy, prolific breed. Males mature at 6 pounds, females at 4.5 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Buff Leghorn
The Leghorn originates from Livorno, Italy. First imported to America around 1828 with the Brown being imported in 1835. By the mid 1800’s the Leghorn began to gain popularity for its beauty as well as its prolific egg laying ability. The Single Comb Light Brown and Dark Brown varieties were added to the Mediterranean Class by the APA in 1874 while the Rose Comb versions of both varieties were not added until 1883.
The Leghorn is a yellow skinned, egg-laying breed. They’re production can vary greatly from 150-320 large white eggs, depending on line and variety. They tend not to be good mothers and rarely go broody. They are a lively and active bird that is cold and heat-tolerant and will handle confinement well. They can make good foragers and are light eaters. They can be more flighty than other breeds because they are a lighter build; they can and do fly. Overall, the benefits far outweigh the potential negatives of this high-production, hardy, prolific breed. Males mature at 6 pounds, females at 4.5 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Buff Orpington
The Orpington is a dual-purpose bird developed by William Cook in Orpington, England and first brought to the USA in the late 1890s. They are accepted under the English Class in four varieties by the APA: Black (1905), Blue (1923), Buff (1902), and White (1905).
Our Exhibition line of Orpingtons are curated directly from Ridgeview Farm’s award-winning line. Ridgeview was the 2024 Western National Champion and the 2024 Exhibitor of the Year for the United Orpington Club with their Buff and Black large Fowl Orpingtons. These are large, balanced, well fleshed birds. They lay a large tan colored egg.
Straight Run only: $20.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Black Minorca - COMING SOON
The Minorca is the largest of the Mediterranean chicken breeds. Originating on the Spanish island of Menorca, they were originally to imported to the USA by Mr. JJ Fultz of Mount Vernon, Ohio. They were admitted by the APA in 1888 in Single Comb White and Black varieties.
Minorca are active, heat tolerant foragers who are well-suited to free-ranging. They lay a large white egg at a rate of 140 to 220 per year. They do not brood well and tend to be flighty. Males mature at 9 pounds and females at 7 ½ pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
White Minorca - COMING SOON
The Minorca is the largest of the Mediterranean chicken breeds. Originating on the Spanish island of Menorca, they were originally to imported to the USA by Mr. JJ Fultz of Mount Vernon, Ohio. They were admitted by the APA in 1888 in Single Comb White and Black varieties.
Minorca are active, heat tolerant foragers who are well-suited to free-ranging. They lay a large white egg at a rate of 140 to 220 per year. They do not brood well and tend to be flighty. Males mature at 9 pounds and females at 7 ½ pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
New Hampshire
The New Hampshire is an off shoot of the Rhode Island Red by selecting hens that feathered, grew, and matured faster around the start of the 1900’s. The breed type was solidified by Professor “Red” Richardson who named it after one of the states it was being developed in. The APA added the breed to the American Class in 1935. They were made the official state bird of New Hampshire in 2018.
New Hampshires are a dual-purpose breed that was foundational in the start of the commercial broiler industry. The hens lay 200-220 large tinted eggs each year. Hens are prone to going broody and are excellent mothers. They are more triangular shaped than the RIR and are more chestnut in shade than mahogany with yellow highlights. They are a yellow skinned breed. New Hampshires are generally docile and friendly but can tend towards aggression especially in breeding season. They tolerate both cold and warm climates well. Males mature at 8 ½ pounds, females at 6 ½ pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Rhode Island Red
A quintessential American breed, the Rhode Island Red was developed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts in the 1840s. The APA accepted the Single Comb RIR into the American Class in 1904. This amazing dual-purpose breed became world renowned for its ability to lay up to 265 eggs a year and thus has been used as the “parent” breed of several of our modern hybrid egg layers.
Our RIR come from a strong, exhibition line. The birds carry the rich, dark, mahogany red plumage that this breed is so famously known for in the show hall. This is a large bird that lays large brown eggs. The males will mature around 8 ½ pounds and females around 6 ½ pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Speckled Sussex
The Sussex is a Victorian age breed traced back to the counties of Sussex, Surrey, and Kent. They nearly died out by the turn of the 20th century. In 1903 breeders came together to revive the breed. Sussex were imported to America around 1912 and was, shortly thereafter, added to the English Class by the APA. There are three currently accepted varieties of Sussex: Speckled (1914), Red (1914), and Light (1929).
The Sussex is a white skinned, rectangular shaped, dual-purpose breed. They have always been prized for their meat quality and can be easily fattened for market. They lay between 200-250 large sized, tan colored eggs. The hens can be broody and have good mothering ability. Sussex can be confined or allowed to free range. They are versatile and serve as a wonderful option for the small farm or homestead. They are curious, confident, and friendly, a good choice for families with younger children, 4-H programs, and exhibition.
The Speckled Sussex is a mahogany colored bird with black and white speckled patter over the entire bird. Males mature at 9 pounds, females at 7 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Light Sussex
The Sussex is a Victorian age breed from England. Sussex were imported to America around 1912 and was, shortly thereafter, added to the English Class by the APA. There are three currently accepted varieties of Sussex: Speckled (1914), Red (1914), and Light (1929).
The Sussex is a white skinned, rectangular shaped, dual-purpose breed. They have always been prized for their meat quality and can be easily fattened for market. They lay between 200-250 large sized, tan colored eggs. The hens can be broody and have good mothering ability. Sussex can be confined or allowed to free range. They are versatile and serve as a wonderful option for the small farm or homestead. They are curious, confident, and friendly, a good choice for families with younger children, 4-H programs, and exhibition. Males mature at 9 pounds, females at 7 pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order
Buff Laced Polish
The Polish – or Poland – chicken is easily recognized by its abundant crest of feathers crowing its head. The name has uncertain origins; it may derive from the country of Poland itself or perhaps from the Middle Dutch word “pol”, meaning “head”, referencing their characteristic dome-shaped skull. They were originally accepted by the APA in 1874 and are currently accepted in 10 varieties.
Polish are primarily kept for ornamental purposes or for show, rather than for meat or high egg production. While they are prized for their full head crests, Polish can be skittish due to their reduced visibility limited visibility makes them more vulnerable to predators. Polish can be bearded or non-bearded. They lay a medium white egg at about 150 per year. Males mature at 6 pounds, females at 4 ½ pounds.
Straight Run only: $15.00 per chick
Minimum of 10 to order