Buyer question
How many eggs do Chukar partridge poultry lay?
Our Animal Library lists the Chukar partridge poultry at about 40–60 eggs a season (eggs).
Source: the Chukar partridge poultry page in the Everybarn Animal Library. Chukar partridge poultry in the Animal Library
The detail
Chukar partridges come from Asia and were introduced to the western US as game birds. They are kept for hunting, meat and dog training, and are hardy, active and vocal with a distinctive chuk call.
- Egg output
- 2 out of 5 (Seasonal layer)
- Purpose
- Game, meat
- Best fit
- Game bird keepers
- Hardiness
- 5 out of 5 (Very hardy)
What to weigh
Chukars are active and flighty, and need covered pens. Permit rules vary by state.