The Ancona is a breed of chicken originating in, and named after Ancona, Italy, but they have also been known in England since the late 1800s.

This breed has four toes on each foot, no feathering on its legs, and does not possess a crest. Hens weigh around 4 & 1/2 pounds.

It is noted for its ability to produce white or sometimes tinted eggs.

It is considered an excellent layer, as it lays an average of five eggs a week.

The Ancona lays 160 to 180 eggs a year.

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