Turkeys Breeds : White

Images:Here  Lynn Magedson, Good Earth Organic Farm, 8629 FM 272, Celeste, Texas, 75423  Original article Her...

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Turkeys Breeds : Slate

The Slate turkey never attained any standing as a popular variety and is now practically extinct. The color should be an ashy blue, sometimes dotted with black. Its size should be the same as that of the Black Turkey. Reference: All Breeds of Poultry, Origin: History: Description, Mating and Characteristics, by Frank L. Platt. Published by AMERICAN POULTRY JOURNAL, Chicago, Illinois. Photographs: Mike Walters, Red Rose Hatchery, Rt. 3 Box 1409, Stilwell, OK. 74960 turkeylink@intellex.com   Original Article Her...

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Turkeys Breeds : Royal Palm

Photographs: Mike Walters, Red Rose Hatchery, Rt. 3 Box 1409, Stilwell, OK. 74960 turkeylink@intellex.com  Original Article Her...

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Turkeys Breeds : Narragansett

Images: Mike Walters, Red Rose Hatchery, Rt. 3 Box 1409, Stilwell, OK. 74960 turkeylink@intellex.com  Original Article Her...

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Turkeys Breeds : Bronze

The Bronze turkey is named for its unusual color, a shimmering green-bronze which appears metallic in the sunlight. It is found in two types, the Broad-breasted which has commercial uses, and the Unimproved (or naturally-mating), for small-scale production. Both are rare in North America. The North American turkey industry has built its current success on broad-breasted white turkeys. Broad-breasted turkeys (whether White or Bronze) require artificial insemination to reproduce, a result of the meaty breast which presents an obstacle for natural mating. In addition, processors have favored the white-feathered birds, whose pinfeathers are...

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Turkeys Breed : Bourbon

Images: Mike Walters, Red Rose Hatchery, Rt. 3 Box 1409, Stilwell, OK. 74960 turkeylink@intellex.com  Original Article Her...

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Turkeys Breeds : Black

The Black turkey should have a lustrous greenish black plumage. It is not extensively bred in America, but in Europe is considered one of the finest turkeys for table qualities, and is bred with success in Eastern England and Normandy in France. The French Blacks are pure, rich black, while the Norfolk Blacks in England are dull black, with brown and even white tips showing. The French blacks are the hardiest. In middle Europe the Black turkeys are smaller in size. The desired weights for the variety in America are: Adult cock, 27 lbs.; yearling cock, 22 lbs.; cockerel, 18 lbs.; hen, 18 lbs.; pullet, 12 lbs.   Reference:    Platt,...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Runner

The Runner ducks are the Leghorns of the duck family. They are prolific layers. Three hundred egg Indian Runner ducks were described and illustrated in the poultry press of 1912 to 14, and preceded the future for 300 egg hens which came later. In England, duck egg laying contests are carried on. There are three varieties of Indian Runners, the Fawn and White, the White, and the Penciled. The breed has a distinctive type, the long, flat, straight head and long, slender neck forming, in shape, and umbrella handle and stem; the back should be long, straight and carried upright, and with the body should take on almost horizontal bearing. The type should be clean cut, there being little indication of a keel. The entire bearing should be upright and racey. As would be expected in...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Rouen

The Mallard duck is the ancestor of almost all domestic breeds of ducks and clearly that of the Rouen. Though marked with the same color pattern as Mallards, with drakes having green heads, white collars, claret breast and a blue patch on the wing, Rouens are even brighter in color and larger in size than Mallards. The Rouen was developed in France and was admitted to the American Standard in 1874. It is still considered the superior meat bird in Europe, where much more duck is consumed than in America. In the U.S., Rouens are raised primarily for the restaurant market. These ducks are excellent foragers, calm in disposition and...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Pekin

The most popular market duck in America is the Pekin. It is bred in one variety, white; and a creamy white plumage and orange shanks and toes are desired. The bill should rich yellow in color, and black in the bill or bean is a serious defect. Pekin ducks should weigh not less than, adult drake, 9 lbs.; young drake, 8 lbs.; adult duck, 8 lbs.; young duck, 7 lbs. The correct shape is of a long, broad, deep and full breasted type, to carry an abundance of meat. The Pekin breed is of Chinese origin, a country in which duck raising is extensively followed, especially in some districts. The first Pekins were imported to the United States about...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Pommeranian Duck

Origin: From various European countries. They were named after the main breeding area, Pommerania, and have been bred since 1920 in Switzerland. Characteristics: The Pommeranian Duck has a weight of approx. 2.3 to 2.7 kg; the drakes reach on average 3 kg. They are tireless snail hunters and despite their size not plump. Besides a good laying ability, approx. 150 eggs (70g) per year, the young ducks are very secure in all weather and at eight to ten weeks ready for butchering. Even perennial ducks perform well and often reliably raise a brood before the beginning of moulting in summer. Endangerment and Distribution: Despite these virtues, the pleasing appearance (green-glowing black or blue-gray with a white breast pinafore) and their trustful nature, there are only a few...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Orpington

The Buff Orpington duck, sometimes called the Buff duck, is of English origin. The color should be buff or it is sometimes described as seal brown or rich fawn. These ducks should follow the Pekin in size and shape.  Reference:   All Breeds of Poultry, Origin: History: Description, Mating and Characteristics, by Frank L. Platt. Published by AMERICAN POULTRY JOURNAL, Chicago, Illinois.  Original Article Her...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Muscovy

Originating from Brazil, Muscovies are the only domestic ducks that is not derived from mallard stock. Wild muscovies coloration is black and white, but domestication has produced many different colors. These colors are; blue, blue and white, chocolate, chocolate and white, white, black, black and white, lavender, and calical. The males can grow to be quite large, weighing 10-15 lbs. Most of the females are 5-7 pounds but can reach up to 9 and sometimes 10 lbs. Their feet are equipt with strong sharp claws for grabbing tree branches and roosting. Muscovys are unique because of their bright red crest around their eyes and above the beak. They...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Khaki Campbell

The Khaki Campbell was developed in England during the early 1900's by Adele Campbell. It was admitted to the American Standard in 1941. Though originally a cross ofIndian Runner, Mallard, and Rouen, Campbells exceed all of these and most chicken breeds in egg production, with some strains averaging 300 eggs per year. They do not require special care or artificial lighting to produce a large number of eggs, which are white and weight about 2.5 ounces (not much larger than a Leghorn egg). Thought not usually raised for meat, Khakis make high quality, lean roasters of 3-4 pounds; they average 4-5 pounds as adults. Campbells...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Crested

The Crested White ducks are probably of Pekin and Aylesbury breeding, the tuft of feathers on the head, which occasionally appears, having been recognized as a point of attraction, selected and bred for. The breed has not been extensively bred. The best specimens usually run about 1 lb lighter in weight than the best Pekin. In type they follow the Pekin.  Reference:   All Breeds of Poultry, Origin: History: Description, Mating and Characteristics, by Frank L. Platt. Published by AMERICAN POULTRY JOURNAL, Chicago, Illinois.  Original Article Her...

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Ducks Poultry Breeds : Cayuga

The Black Cayuga is of American origin, and takes its name from Cayuag county, New York state. It carries the blood of the wild black duck, the Black East India, and probably some Rouen blood was introduced for the purpose of somewhat larger size. The Cayuga should be bred to the meat type. Desired weights are: Adult drake, 8 lbs.; adult duck, 7 lbs.; young duck, 6 lbs. Some Cayugas fail to attain these weights, and specimens of decidedly deficient size should not be bred.  Reference: All Breeds of Poultry, Origin: History: Description, Mating and Characteristics, by Frank L. Platt. Published by AMERICAN POULTRY JOURNAL, Chicago,...

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poultry breed : White-Faced Black Spanish

Varieties: None.  Standard Weight: Cock-8 pounds; hen-6-1/2 pounds; cockerel 6-1/2 pounds; pullet-5-1/2 pounds.  Skin Color: White.  Egg Shell Color: White.  Use: An egg production type bird that has, in recent years, had very little selection for that purpose.  Origin: Coming from Spain, it arrived in the U.S. via the Caribbean Islands. Spanish are the oldest breed of chickens existent in the U.S. today. At one time known as "The Fowls of Seville", they were very popular in the South during the Colonial period.  Characteristics: The large area of snow white skin surrounding the face and wattles...

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poultry breed : Wyandotte

Varieties: White Buff Columbian Golden Laced Blue Silver Laced Silver-Penciled Partridge Black Standard Weights: Cock-8-1/2 pounds, hen-6-1/2 pounds, cockerel-7-1/2 pounds, pullet-5-1/2 pounds. Skin Color: Yellow. Egg Shell Color: Brown. Use: Meat or eggs. Origin: America. The Silver Laced variety was developed in New York State and the others in the north and northeastern states in the latter part of the 19th century and early 20th century. Characteristics: Wyandottes are a good, medium-weight fowl for small family flocks kept under rugged conditions. Their rose combs do not freeze as easily as single combs and the hens make good mothers. Their attractive "curvy" shape, generally good disposition and many attractive color patterns (varieties) make them a good choice for...

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poultry breed : The Swiss Hen

Origin: According to record the Swiss Imperial Hen was bred out of white Orpington and Wyandot hens in 1905. Albert Weiss from Amriswil was the actual founder of this breed. He was inspired by the German imperial hen breeding. In 1910 a Club was founded which worked out a standard in which the exterior, constitutional and performance features were established. Participation at fowl shows and club shows followed in the next ten years, including even a foreign exhibition in Den Haag. The many activities brought a lively growth in membership. In 1922 the name of the Swiss Hen was changed. Agricultural organizations and schools focused...

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poultry breed : Sussex

Varieties: Speckled Red Light  Standard Weights: Cock-9 pounds; hen-7 pounds; cockerel-7-1/2 pounds; pullet-6 pounds. Skin Color: White. Egg Shell Color: Brown. Use: A general purpose breed for producing meat and/or eggs. One of the best of the dual purpose chickens, a good all-around farm fowl. Origin: Sussex originated in the county of Sussex, England where they were prized as a table fowl more than 100 years ago. They continue to be a popular fowl in Great Britain and the light variety has figured prominently in the development of many of their commercial strains. Sussex is one of the oldest breeds that is still with us today...

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poultry breed : Sumatra

Standard Weights: Cock-5 pounds; hen-4 pounds; cockerel-4 pounds; pullet-3-1/2 pounds.  Skin Color: Yellow.  Egg Shell Color: White or light tint.  Use: Strictly an ornamental fowl.  Origin: Sumatras come from the island of Sumatra from which they take their name.  Characteristics: Sumatras are a distinctive fowl which look less like domestic poultry than other chickens. They have rather long tails carried low enough to appear drooping. They have multiple spurs on each leg, dark purple faces and a high degree of greenish luster on jet black plumage. Reference: Chicken Breeds and Varieties (A2880), John L....

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poultry breed : Sultan

Sultans come to us from Turkey. They are strictly an ornamental fowl of very distinctive appearance. They have a large crest, muffs and beard, together with profuse feathering of the feet and legs. Content providers for this page include: Chicken Breeds and Varieties (A2880), John L. Skinner, University of Wisconsin-Madison  Original Article Her...

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poultry breed : Styrian

The Styrian hen - Stajerka in Slovene, Altsteirer Huhn in German - is the native breed of hen in Slovene and Austrian Styria. It originates in the region between the rivers Mura and Sava in the Slovene part of Styria and in the southern part of Austrian Styria. In the past four varieties of color appeared: light brown, white, barred and partridge-colored. The last one is the most spread and preserved. Description Hens of this breed are early maturing, lively, solid and are quite good layers. Their meat is of good quality, the skin is white and eggs are of medium size. The chest length, width and depth ratio is 8:5:3. The chest line is...

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poultry breed : Silver Montazah

An attempt was made to develop a variety of chickens, which could be utilized as a foundation stock for the process of establishing a hybrid for egg production. The Silver Montazah is the name given to the new variety which had been developed in the Montazah Poultry Research Farm from a cross between the Rhode Island Red and Dokki4, using systems of breeding coupled with selection. The new variety resembles the Light Sussex in plumage color. The silver Montazah was found to be superior to Dokki 4 with respect to average annual egg production and average egg weight. This variety of chickens could be more adapted to the unfavorable conditions imposed in the Egyptian farm. Reference: Taha.H.Mahmoud et al. Agric.Res.Rev.June, 1974:97-105. (submitted by Prof. Dr. Taha Hussein Mahmoud, Agriculture...

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poultry breed : Silkie Bantam

Varieties: Black Blue Partridge Buff White Gray all above varieties also are either bearded or non-bearded. Origin: China, found there by Marco Polo in 1298.  American Status: Ranks in first 15 breeds in popularity.  The Silkie bantam is the only breed of bantams with black pigmented skin. The feathers are without the usual forms of webs, that is, there is a lack of adhesion of the barbs to one another which gives the appearance of down or silky hair, hence the name silken or Silkie. Another distinguishing feature is turquoise blue ear lobes.  Shape of male  Comb: Walnut -- set firmly and evenly on head, almost circular in shape, preferably broader than longer, with a number of small prominences over it, a slight indentation or furrow, transversely...

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poultry breed : Rhode Island Red

Varieties: Single Comb Rose Comb Standard Weights: Cock-8-1/2 pounds; hen-6-1/2 pounds; cockerel-7-1/2 pounds; pullet-5-1/2 pounds.  Skin Color: Yellow.  Egg Shell Color: Brown  Use: A dual purpose medium heavy fowl; used more for egg production than meat production because of its dark colored pin feathers and its good rate of lay.  Origin: Developed in the New England states of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, early flocks often had both single and rose combed individuals because of the influence of Malay blood. It was from the Malay that the Rhode Island Red got its deep color, strong...

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poultry breed : Red Cap

A rare member of the English class, these are characterized by having a large rose comb. They are one of the few breeds with red earlobes that lay white-shelled eggs. Content: Chicken Breeds and Varieties (A2880), John L. Skinner, University of Wisconsin-Madison  Original Article Her...

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poultry breed : Polish

Varieties: White Crested Black Non-Bearded Golden Non-Bearded Silver Non-Bearded White Non-Bearded Buff Laced Bearded Golden Bearded Silver Bearded White Bearded Buff Laced dard WeightsStan: Cock-6 pounds; hen-4-1/2 pounds; cockerel -5 pounds; pullet-4 pounds. Skin Color: White. Egg Shell Color: White. Use: A strictly ornamental fowl. Origin: Probably eastern Europe, although they are so old that their history has been obscured. Characteristics: Polish are an unusual and beautiful breed. They have a crest (some also possess a beard and muffs), are small, tightly feathered birds, fairly active despite restricted vision due to their large "head gear." They need plenty of space to avoid damaging each other's crests by picking. Ice forming in their crests from drinking water can...

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poultry breed : Plymouth Rock

Varieties: Barred White Buff Partridge Silver Penciled Blue Columbian  Standard Weights: Cock-9-1/2 pounds; hen-7-1/2 pounds; cockerel-8 pounds; pullet-6 pounds. Skin Color: Yellow. Egg Shell Color: Brown. Use: Meat and eggs. Origin: Developed in America in the middle of the 19th century and was first exhibited as a breed in 1869. Several individuals claimed its invention, using crosses of Dominique, Java, Cochin, and perhaps Malay andDorking. The first Plymouth Rock was barred and other varieties developed later. The Breed became popular very rapidly, and in fact, until World War II, no breed was ever kept and bred as extensively as the Barred Plymouth Rock. Its popularity came from its qualities as an outstanding farm chicken:...

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poultry breed : Orpington

Varieties: Black Blue Buff White Standard Weights: Cock-10 pounds; hen-8 pounds; cockerel8-1/2 pounds; pullet-7 pounds. Skin Color: White. Egg Shell Color: Brown. Use: A heavy dual purpose fowl for the production of both meat and eggs. Origin: Orpingtons were developed in England at the town of Orpington in County Kent during the 1880s. They were brought to America in the 1890s and gained popularity very rapidly, based on their excellence as a meat bird. As the commercial broiler and roaster market developed, the Orpington lost out partly because of its white skin. Characteristics: Orpingtons are heavily but loosely feathered, appearing massive. Their feathering allows them to endure cold temperatures better than some other breeds. They exist only in solid colors; are at home...

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poultry breed : Old English Game

Varieties: Black Breasted Red Brown Red Golden Duckwing Silver Duckwing Red Pyle White Black Spangled Standard Weights: Cock-5 pounds; hen-4 pounds; cockerel4 pounds; pullet-3-1/2 pounds. Skin Color: White. Egg Shell Color: White or light tint. Use: Old English Games are strictly an ornamental fowl. Origin: Old English Games are the modern day descendants of the ancient fighting cocks. They are associated with England but their heritage is almost worldwide and they have changed little in shape or appearance in more than 1,000 years. Characteristics: A small, tightly feathered bird, Old English Games are very hardy, extremely active and very noisy. Old English have figured in the development of many other breeds. The mature cocks should be dubbed (have the comb and wattles removed)...

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