…in width than in length. It somewhat resembles half a walnut. This style of comb is characteristic of the Kraienkoppe, Orloff, Silkie, and Yokohama. Although most breeds have bright red…
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Which Chicken Breeds Make the Best Broody Hens?
…only lay well, but make reliable broody hens and devoted mothers. Silkie bantam — Without doubt the most consistently dependable broody hens, Silkies will attempt to hatch anything that remotely…
Continue ReadingDealing with Scaly Leg Mites in Chickens
…those with feather legged breeds like Cochins or Silkies — prefer the even less messy method of using liquid ivermectin. This naturally occurring compound with potent insecticidal and anthelmintic properties…
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…AC, ACR, I Swedish Black Hen SW Bruges Fighters BF Denzili Longcrower DZ Schinjdelaar SC Barbezieux BZ Blue Laced Red Wyandotte W Silkies, bred for mostly Strippers and Showgirls in…
Continue ReadingWhy Can’t Chickens Fly?
…Yokohama. Some bantam breeds also fly well. However, despite being lightweight, small-winged bantams have the same high wing loading as the larger breeds. Chickens that Can’t Fly Silkie bantams can’t…
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…about the same time the roosters start crowing. But some individuals develop later than others, especially in a flock with multiple roosters. And some breeds, especially Silkies, are difficult to…
Continue Reading3 Ways to Brood Guinea Fowl and 1 Way Not To
…a guinea hen, or even by you. Be aware that keets grow fast. So if your broody hen is a Silkie, or any other bantam, at a month old the…
Continue ReadingBroody Chicken Hens as Foster Moms
…that they result in larger hatchlings that typically grow fast. So be prepared for the brood to soon surpass their “mom” in size, especially if she’s a Silkie or other…
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…are smaller than those of larger breeds, some banty strains are prolific layers. Among bantam chickens, Cochins and Silkies fasmously make wonderful broody hens and protective mothers often used to…
Continue ReadingWhy Does a Rooster Have Wattles?
…color for the breed — most are bright red, but a few breeds (such as Sebrights, Silkies, and Sumatras) have purplish combs. Poor health, or stress (such as during a…
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