Slovenian Barred Hen is a traditional breed of domestic chicken, originating in Slovenia. This breed was developed on the Biotechnical Faculty of University of Ljubljana some decades ago. Animals of the Slovenian Barred Hen are barred black and white layer hens, used primarily for production of commercial crossbreeds sold under the trademark Prelux.
The Slovenian Barred Hen is well adapted to the central European climate, particularly Slovenia. They are commonly found in agricultural settings across Slovenia and used in controlled environments for crossbreeding purposes.
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The Slovenian Barred Hen is recognized for its distinctive barred black and white plumage. It is primarily used in the development of commercial crossbreeds. The breed is appreciated for its egg production capabilities.