The Swedish Flower Hen, Swedish: Skånsk Blommehöna, is an endangered traditional Swedish breed of domestic chicken. It is one of eleven traditional chicken breeds in Sweden.
The Skånsk blommehöna is well-suited to the rural environments of Sweden, particularly in areas where they can forage freely. They are adapted to cold climates and can withstand harsh winters. Typically, these chickens are found in agricultural settings rather than urban areas.
Ease of Keeping
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The Skånsk blommehöna is known for its unique and attractive plumage patterns, often resembling flowers. It is a hardy breed, well adapted to the harsh Swedish climate. The breed is known for being good at foraging and is able to thrive in free-range conditions.
Cock bird at Gammlia, Umeå