The Silver Laced Wyandotte has white feathers with black edges to every feather, an effect called lacing. The tail is black and they should have yellow legs.
The Wyandotte is an excellent dual-purpose bird, which can be raised to produce both eggs and meat. They are particularly well-suited for regions that have cold winters.
Egg Laying — Wyandottes are good layers of light to rich brown eggs and are good winter layers.
Hardy — The rose comb, plumage, and good body size of the Wyandotte make it well suited to cold climates and also does well in the heat.
Temperament – Wyandottes are generally docile and friendly.
Adaptability – Wyandottes tolerate confinement well, and they are also good foragers, which makes them well suited for free-ranging.