Poultry. . . Golden Lakenvelders In my opinion, Golden Lakenvelders are one of the most beautiful in appearance of any of the rare breeds of chickens. Originally, Lakenvelders were only bred as a white bird with black markings, but, a few years ago, the gold color was introduced making the bird even more striking. I have read that the word “Lakenvelder” when translated from the Dutch means “a shadow on a sheet” a particularly descriptive name. Lakenvelders were bred extensively in Germany and Holland as long ago as the early 1800's, but were not recognized in the United States until the 1930s. Lakenvelders are quite small when mature, only three to four pounds, very quick and active, and forage widely, if allowed to run. Hens are very good layers, laying a medium size white egg but are non-setters.
Silkie The Silkie is named for its atypically fluffy plumage which is said to feel like silk and satin. The breed has several other unusual qualities, such as black skin and bones, blue earlobes, and five toes on each foot (whereas most chickens only have four). Silkies are well known for their calm, friendly temperament. It is among the most docile of poultry. Hens are also exceptionally broody, and care for young well. We raise Silkies in Blue, Chocolate and Painted.
Tolbunt Polish The Polish is an European breed of crested chicken known for its remarkable crest of feathers. Tolbunt is a rare and beautiful color pattern that combines approx 50% reddish-brown background color, 25% black lacing and 25% white mottling. It is essentially a gold lace pattern with white mottlng. We raise both smooth feathered and frizzled. Blue Orpington Mature Orpingtons are large, heavy birds weighing in at 7 to 8 lbs. Bantams ranging from 3 to 3 1/2 lbs. Orpingtons do not mind confinement and respond well to the transportation and handling that goed with competitive showing. Hens brood easily and make good mothers. A small flock of Orpingtons can easily be maintained over a long period. Roosters of the species are usually gentle.
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