Auto-sexing Cream Legbars are the little entertainers of the backyard flock. With their spiffy head crests, charming personalities, and the gift of sky-blue eggs, they capture the imagination of every family. Their dual-purpose utility, playful nature, and striking feather patterns make them a favorite for those who want a chicken that is both fun and practical. Families especially love them because the auto-sexing ability allows you to know right away whether a chick is female or male, avoiding the heartbreak of discovering a rooster in disguise.
Feather Colors:
Cream Legbars have a unique crele barring pattern that mixes shades of brown and black all over their bodies, providing natural camouflage against likely predators. Chicks are auto-sexing at hatch with about ninety-five percent accuracy. Female chicks have dark brown “squirrel” coloration, while males are lighter with a small white dot on the top of their heads. These distinctive markings make it easy for families to choose hens with confidence.
Egg Gifting:
These hens are devoted layers, gifting four to five large sky-blue eggs per week. Their point of lay starts early, and while eggs may begin smaller, they quickly progress to consistent medium to large sizes. The beautiful blue shells are unique to the breed, adding a special touch to breakfast or baked goods.
Personality:
Cream Legbars are active, inquisitive, and playful. They forage with energy, providing endless entertainment as they explore the yard. This breed thrives in both hot and cold climates, making them adaptable for many backyard settings. Their lively but gentle nature ensures they are a delight for families with children and adults alike.
History:
If you are looking for a chicken that captures the imagination, is auto-sexing, and provides sky-blue eggs, the Cream Legbar is an excellent choice. Developed in the 1930s by the renowned geneticist R.C. Punnet, the breed was designed to reliably produce auto-sexing chicks generation after generation. This differs from common sex-linked chicks in commercial hatcheries, which only show visible sex markers in the first generation. Cream Legbars mature quickly, are cold and heat tolerant, and are celebrated both for their charming crest and the beautiful blue eggs they consistently deliver.
Sexing Method:
Chicks are auto-sexing at hatch, meaning you can immediately distinguish females from males with high accuracy. This allows families to bond with their hens from day one without worrying about accidental roosters. Chicks can range in age from newly hatched to four weeks old; check our availability list to see when they were hatched. For the rare chance that a male chick is misidentified, we will provide a caring home and a store credit for the original purchase price with healthy rooster return.
For families who want absolute certainty, we also offer DNA sexing services. DNA is the only completely accurate method, but it costs about three times more than a female-covered chick. The choice is yours. We are here to make sure your flock is perfect for your family.
Chick: Cream Legbar
Scheduling – Order Pick-Up Commitment
Standard Pick-Up Times
Saturdays: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Mondays: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Book a Special accommodation appointment
Placing an order is your commitment to pick up your order based as described below:
Available Now Orders
Chickens (already hatched): Must be picked up within 6 days of purchase. Pick-up during standard times or by booking a special accommodation appointment.
Puppies & Kittens: “Go home” dates will be listed at purchase. You may also book an earlier pick-up appointment if available.
Feed & Supplies: Must be picked up within 1 year of purchase. Pick up at your convenience during standard pick-up times or book a special accommodation appointment.
Pre-Orders
A pre-order indicates the estimated month your animals will be ready for pick-up.
Once notified your order is ready, you must pick up within 6 days of notification (any time during the month it becomes available).
Notifications are sent via text to the number provided at checkout.
👉 At checkout, please verify that your phone number is accurate and that it can receive text messages.
DNA-Sexed Orders
DNA-sexed chicks must be picked up within 6 days of notification.
We are unable to extend free boarding.
If not picked up within 6 days, the order will be forfeited.
The DNA testing fee deposit is non-refundable, but store credit (minus the testing fee per bird) will be issued.
Order Abandonment
Placing an order is a commitment to being available for pick-up within the stated timeframe.
Refunds are not provided. Instead, store credit is issued for a future order.
Store credit is valid for up to 3 years from the date issued (per Colorado law).
Disclosure Statement (Colorado Law Compliance)
By placing an order, you acknowledge and agree to the following:
No Refund Policy: All sales are final. Refunds are not available for abandoned, forfeited, or canceled orders. Store credit may be issued as described above.
Store Credit Validity: Store credit is valid for up to three (3) years from the date of issuance, after which it may be considered abandoned property under Colorado law.
Customer Responsibility: Customers are responsible for timely pick-up within the stated windows (including the 1-year deadline for feed & supplies) and for providing accurate contact information. Please confirm at checkout that your phone number is correct and able to receive text messages.
Health & Welfare: Once animals or supplies are picked up, the customer assumes all responsibility for their current and future health and care.