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White Silkies Large Fowl

White Silkies Large Fowl

£30.00Price

Silkie fowls have been mentioned by authorities for several hundred years. Some think that they originated in India, whilst others favour China and Japan. The Silkie is regarded as a light breed, and as such it must be exhibited. The Silkie’s persistent broodiness is a breed characteristic, either pure or crossed.

Uses: A very persistent broody, ornamental, exhibition.
Origin: Asia. Eggs: 100-120 Tinted or Cream.
Weight: Cock: 1.8 Kg.Hen: 1.36 Kg.


Useful to Know: Silkies are very persistent boodies, so good, sometimes they will not eat and require regular removal from the nest to make sure they get fed. They require sheltered runs since they will not cope so well with very hot, cold or wet / muddy conditions.
 

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