The Crèvecœur is an endangered historic breed of crested chicken from the Pays d'Auge, in the Calvados département of Normandy, in north-western France. It is named after the commune of Crèvecœur-en-Auge. It is related to the La Flèche and to other Norman breeds such as the Caumont and Caux and the extinct Pavilly; the Merlerault was formerly considered a sub-type of the Crèvecœur.
This breed is primarily found in the Normandy region of France but has been distributed to various parts of Europe and North America. It thrives in temperate climates and is well-suited to rural and farm settings. The Crèvecœur prefers environments where it can forage freely.
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The Crèvecœur is one of the oldest French breeds and is known for its distinctive V-shaped comb and elegant appearance. It was originally bred for meat, but it also lays a reasonable number of eggs. This breed is recognized for its hardiness and ability to adapt to various climates.