Posts by 3riverschick

  Quote: Originally Posted by Johnn  Here is my chick that everyone says isn't a SS. I am sure if its not pure then it does have Speckled Sussex in it, any one have any idea what the other half could...

  Quote: Originally Posted by horsebackjenn    I am not aware of a variety with red ground and dominant white lacing. The only red ground laced variety I am aware of is blue laced...

Hi,  I agree with slabcrappy. Great stuff. Yes, top off the food, don't mix it in the food. Little bit goes a long way,  Just mix 1/8 teaspoon with water and then you can make more if you need it. was amazed at how much...

Hi,  I think your March birds may have died from travel stress.   http://www.backyardchickens.com/t/746509/how-to-deal-with-travel-stress-in-baby-chicks  Best Regards,  Karen in western PA, USA

Buckeye. Proper Marans have feathered legs/feet. Messy in a wet climate especially if yarded , instead of free ranged.  Best,  Karen

Hi,  I think your problem is the roost itself. I think it is the wrong shape. See they are roosting on a 4 inch ledge? Try a 2x2 square perch. Lower down. I think these small, smooth, round perches aren't wide enough. That...

  Quote: Originally Posted by SuzyEileen  On Tuesday, I bought a Maran hen with 4 chicks at an auction. Stop laughing! Some people do such things. Beautiful black hen with coppery/golden feathers over her head...

When March is broody, she sits the nest but continues to lay until she reaches 6 eggs. Then she stops and sits them.  Honestly. I don't if that is normal or not. She is a great mama hen.  Best,  Karen

Quote: Originally Posted by kjgoodman  Here is a pict from about a week ago or so.  they both pretty much look the same. Thanks for the help! Looks like a pullet to me.  Best,  Karen

well that is one interesting chick. Hum Could be an eWh based Speckled Sussex??. eWh is a light yellow chick. The Speckled Sussex which have the head stripe, eye liner and back stripes are e+ based. Take pics  ...