How many eggs does a Leghorn lay per year?

About 290 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).

How big does a Leghorn get?

males about 6 lb, females about 4.5 lb.

What is the Leghorn temperament like?

Typically active, alert, noisy.

Where does the Leghorn originate from?

The Leghorn originates from Italy.

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Leghorn

Eggs Origin: Italy

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Leghorn at a glance

Eggs / year	~290≈ approx
Egg color	White
Egg size	Large
Cold hardiness	Fair
Heat tolerance	Good
Size	♂ 6 lb · ♀ 4.5 lb
Temperament	Active · Alert · Noisy
Space / bird	~4 sq ft
Purpose	Eggs
Broodiness	Rarely
Origin	Italy

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

Pros & cons

Pros

+Excellent egg layer

Cons

−Can be noisy
−Active — may need taller fencing
−Needs shelter in hard winters

Derived from the specs above — not opinion.

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Leghorn — frequently asked questions

How many eggs does a Leghorn lay per year?: About 290 eggs per year (approximate; varies by strain and care).
What color eggs does a Leghorn lay?: white.
How big does a Leghorn get?: males about 6 lb, females about 4.5 lb.
What is the Leghorn temperament like?: Typically active, alert, noisy.
Is the Leghorn cold-hardy?: Cold hardiness: Fair.
Can the Leghorn handle heat?: Heat tolerance: Good.
What is a Leghorn good for?: Kept mainly for eggs.
Does the Leghorn go broody?: This breed goes broody rarely.
Where does the Leghorn originate from?: The Leghorn originates from Italy.