Marsh Daisy
The Marsh Daisy is a rare British chicken breed developed around Lancashire and named for its origin on marshy ground and its flower-like rose comb. It is a light to medium dual-purpose bird, active and good at foraging, with varieties including wheaten, brown, and other traditional colors depending on the standard used. Greenish legs and a neat, workmanlike body are part of the breed's old farmyard character.
Modern Marsh Daisy keepers often work within rare-breed conservation, so careful breeding matters. The birds appreciate outdoor space and well-drained runs, though their history suggests they can cope with damp northern conditions better than many delicate breeds. Select for vigor, correct comb, leg color, laying ability, and sound temperament. Because numbers are limited, breeders should avoid narrowing the gene pool too quickly while still culling away weak structure or obvious crossbred traits.
Colors: Barred, Birchen, Black, Blue, Brown, Buff, Columbian, Crele, Cuckoo, Duckwing, Gold, Gold Laced, Laced, Lavender, Mille Fleur, Mottled, Partridge, Penciled, Porcelain, Red, Silver, Silver Laced, Spangled, Splash, Wheaten, White
