The beautiful plumage and color variations have made the Hamburg a popular bird for exhibition, however these birds were once known mostly for their ability to consistently produce eggs through all season and over many years. Hamburgs have a rose comb, round reddish bay eyes and white skin. They are a smaller breed with the hens weighing in at an average of 4 pounds and the roosters at 5 pounds. 

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When the breed was first introduced to Britain it was believed the Hamburgs were a cross of pheasants and chickens because of their flighty and active nature. This still holds true as they are a breed that does not take confinement well, however, they are a curious, foraging breed that is a lively addition to any free range flock. Hamburgs do not tend to go broody.

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Hamburgs are legendary for their year round production of small to medium white or lightly tinted eggs.  They also mature early at 4 to 5 months and will continue to lay consistently for years