How many eggs does a Araucana lay per year?

About 180 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).

How big does a Araucana get?

males about 5 lb, females about 4 lb.

Does the Araucana go broody?

This breed goes broody sometimes.

Where does the Araucana originate from?

The Araucana originates from Chile.

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Araucana

Eggs Origin: Chile

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Araucana at a glance

Eggs / year	~180≈ approx
Egg color	Blue
Egg size	Medium
Cold hardiness	Good
Heat tolerance	Good
Size	♂ 5 lb · ♀ 4 lb≈ approx
Temperament	Active · Alert
Space / bird	~4 sq ft
Purpose	Eggs
Broodiness	Sometimes
Origin	Chile

Sources: APA Standard of Perfection / Livestock Conservancy · Livestock Conservancy / hatchery averages. Blank fields are left empty — never invented.

Pros & cons

Pros

+Cold-hardy

Cons

−Active — may need taller fencing

Derived from the specs above — not opinion.

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Araucana — frequently asked questions

How many eggs does a Araucana lay per year?: About 180 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).
What color eggs does a Araucana lay?: blue.
How big does a Araucana get?: males about 5 lb, females about 4 lb.
What is the Araucana temperament like?: Typically active, alert.
Is the Araucana cold-hardy?: Cold hardiness: Good.
Can the Araucana handle heat?: Heat tolerance: Good.
What is a Araucana good for?: Kept mainly for eggs.
Does the Araucana go broody?: This breed goes broody sometimes.
Where does the Araucana originate from?: The Araucana originates from Chile.