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Shetlands are usually black with either gold or silver lacing around the neck. Their size is mid-way between a bantam and a medium size fowl. The hens lay a blue/green medium sized egg, usually more evenly rounded at both ends than normal, and have a long laying season.
Primary use: eggs
Egg production (annual): 150-200
Egg size: Medium
Egg color: Blue-green