{"product_id":"welsummer-day-old-chicks","title":"Welsummer — Day-Old Chicks","description":"\u003cp\u003e📦 \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/how-we-ship\"\u003eLearn how we carefully pack and ship your chicks →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you love a basket of richly colored eggs, the Welsummer deserves a place in your flock. This Dutch breed is known for its terracotta-brown eggs, often dotted with darker speckles, and its beautiful, earthy plumage. Picture these curious birds exploring your yard, then adding a little extra color to your morning egg collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy backyard keepers love them:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥚 \u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 160–200 large brown eggs per year\u003c\/strong\u003e — prized for their rich terracotta tones and occasional darker speckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🪶 \u003cstrong\u003eWarm brown partridge plumage with golden neck feathers\u003c\/strong\u003e — hens have a classic rustic appearance, while roosters display rich red and black coloring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eHardy and adaptable\u003c\/strong\u003e — well suited to backyard flocks with shelter, shade, and protection from weather extremes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eActive, curious foragers\u003c\/strong\u003e — enjoy exploring and finding supplemental food when given room to roam\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ \u003cstrong\u003eA rewarding heritage layer\u003c\/strong\u003e — valued for distinctive eggs rather than maximum commercial egg production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to expect from Chesapeake Hatchery chicks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWelsummers bring attractive plumage, an alert personality, and richly colored eggs to your backyard flock. Marek's Disease vaccination is optional and is not included in the chick price. Select the vaccination add-on when ordering if you would like your chicks vaccinated. Chicks are backed by our live arrival guarantee. Note: egg color and speckling vary by hen and throughout the laying season; not every egg will be dark or speckled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeeks to first egg:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20–24 weeks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgg size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEgg color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Terracotta brown, sometimes speckled\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBring heritage charm and colorful eggs to your flock — reserve your Welsummer chicks for the next hatch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chesapeake Hatchery","offers":[{"title":"Pullet (Female)","offer_id":48427894440142,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Straight Run (Unsexed)","offer_id":48427894472910,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cockerels (Male)","offer_id":48427894505678,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/4643\/4254\/files\/Welsummer_Pullet.png?v=1791219460","url":"https:\/\/chesapeake-hatchery.com\/products\/welsummer-day-old-chicks","provider":"Chesapeake Hatchery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}