La Fleche reference photograph
Édouard Hue (User:EdouardHue) · CC BY-SA 4.0 / original photograph

France · Breed

La Fleche

A French breed with a distinctive horn-shaped comb and a history as a table bird.

Egg color
White to Cream
Purpose
Dual purpose
Climate
Warmer-climate candidate
Broodiness
Usually less inclined

Get to know this breed.

Egg expectations

Ask about the laying line.

Egg size: Large to Extra-Large. Annual figures, where provided, are reference estimates rather than guarantees.

Size & disposition

Male 8 lbs. / Female 6.5 lbs.

Active. Individual birds and strains vary.

Before you bring them home

What to keep in mind

Plan protection from cold weather and ask about the availability of unrelated breeding stock.

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: Critical. Check its current list before making conservation decisions.

A little help with chicken math

Meet your shortlist.

Compare tendencies, then ask breeders about their actual birds and records.