Before you bring them home
What to keep in mind
Crested birds need a housing setup that accounts for limited visibility and wet head feathers.
France · Breed
Crevecoeur
An old Normandy breed with a crest, beard, and unusual V-shaped comb.
- Egg color
- White
- Purpose
- Dual purpose
- Climate
- Moderate conditions preferred
- Broodiness
- Usually less inclined
Get to know this breed.
Egg expectations
Ask about the laying line.
Egg size: Medium to Large. Annual figures, where provided, are reference estimates rather than guarantees.
Size & disposition
Male 8 lbs. / Female 6.5 lbs.
Active but docile. Individual birds and strains vary.
References & research notes
Research checked October 7, 2026. This is an introductory keeper profile. Breeding standards and varieties can differ by country.
The Livestock Conservancy status reported on the breed reference: Watch. Check its current list before making conservation decisions.