Leghorn refers to the Livornese breed of chicken which is
named after the Italian city of Livorno in Tuscany. Leghorns, and leghorn crossbreeds, are one of the most popular commercial breeds of chicken worldwide. Majority of them are white, but a number of different varieties are also existing

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