The Barbu d'Everberg, is a Belgian breed of bantam chicken. It is a tailless variant of the Barbu d'Uccle, and was bred in about 1906 at the Château d'Everberg, at Everberg in the municipality of Kortenberg, between Brussels and Leuven. It is among the most endangered chicken breeds in Belgium, and in 2010 its conservation status was classed as "critical". It is a true bantam, with no large counterpart. Cocks weigh 700–800 grams, and hens 550–650 g.
This breed originates from the Château d'Everberg in Belgium. Typically found in small farms and backyard settings, they thrive in environments where they can forage freely but also adapt well to confinement. Their habitat is mostly characterized by moderate climates typical of Belgium's regional environment.
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The Barbu d'Everberg is a true bantam breed, meaning it has no larger counterpart. It was developed as a tailless variant of the Barbu d'Uccle. Being among the most endangered breeds in Belgium, it requires conservation efforts to ensure its survival.