Campine
Animal identity

Recognize what makes this population itself.

Campines are small active white-egg birds with close feathering, dark legs, white earlobes and a large single comb. Males are hen-feathered. Silver and Golden patterns should be assessed within breed standards rather than confused with similar Belgian populations.

The Conservancy's reference profile describes medium to large eggs with white shells. These descriptions help compare the population's traditional farm role; actual performance also depends on age, breeding line and management.

Appearance introduces the animal; a registry standard explains a documented breeding population. A photograph, color or familiar informal name alone cannot establish every individual’s membership.

Recorded roles

Eggs

Egg Color

White

Egg Size

Medium

Temperament

Very Active

Breed Weight

Males 6 lbs. / Female 4 lbs.

Reference values from the breed’s conservation profile. Weight describes a reference animal, not a universal feeding or fitness target. Temperament varies with breeding, individual experience and handling.