The Sombor Kaporka or Sombor Crested is a Serbian breed of crested chicken. It was bred at the beginning of the twentieth century in the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina in northern Serbia, and is named for the city of Sombor. It resulted from cross-breeding of imported Sulmtaler and Houdan birds with local chickens. A breed standard was drawn up in about 1918.
The Sombor Kaporka is primarily found in the Vojvodina region of northern Serbia. It thrives in a variety of rural and farm environments, benefiting from the region's moderate climate. The breed does well in free-range settings where it can forage, though it can also adapt to confined spaces.
Ease of Keeping
Beginner friendly: 4/5
The Sombor Kaporka features a distinctive crest and is known for its striking appearance. This breed arose from cross-breeding efforts aimed at enhancing local chicken traits with those of imported breeds. It maintains cultural significance in the region of its origin.
white sombor kaporka.