UPDATE: These hatchery databases are no longer current. The databases were last updated in 2020.

In this post, you’ll learn where you can find California Gray chickens.

California Gray chicken facts

Category: Pet, eggs, & meat
Origin: United States
Egg-laying ability: Good-exceptional
Broodiness: Low-moderate
Meat production: Moderate-good
Cold tolerance: Poor-exceptional (depends on comb size)
Heat tolerance: Good
Predator evasion:  Good
Foraging ability: Good
Toleration for confinement: Moderate
Temperament: Friendly
Aggression toward flock members: Low-moderate
Noise level: Moderate

California Gray chicken hatcheries and breeders

Check out the video slideshow below to see examples of California Gray hens, roosters, and chicks.

The map below shows breeders and hatcheries that sell California Gray chickens. You may need to zoom out to see all 5. Click on your breeder or hatchery of interest for more information.

Disclaimer: I am providing information about hatcheries, but I am not endorsing them. Be sure to do your own due diligence before purchase. For more information on due diligence, check out the article, NPIP certification: How to know if your breeder or hatchery is safe to buy from.