…that don’t fit the general rule are Sebrights and Sumatras, which have purplish earlobes, and Silkies as well as some Sebrights, which have turquoise earlobes — each of which lays…
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How Chickens Keep Themselves Warm in Winter
…like Ameraucanas Puffy crests on top of the head, like Houdans Minimal combs and wattles, like Sumatras Regardless of the breed, when chickens are cold they ruffle up their feathers,…
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…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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