Let's see a pic of those Asil and any info you have on them. To say a full grown Shamo is "intimidating" could be a gross understatement. However, they do mature very slow and should not be considered mature until they are 2 years old. Same with the Asil and any orientals. Asils and/or Asil grades can be very difficult to raise as they sometimes engage in mortal combat before they are fully feathered. They seem to take advantage of "a quick trip into town", or "I was only gone for a few minutes" type of thing to begin the kind of shinanigans that maime or take the lives of other chicks of the same breed. When you start reproducing them, be aware that it happens. Shamo aren't as bad, but as they mature, be aware that the 9lb marans rooster will be a likely target after they call his bluff and if they can get to each other. These breeds aren't for everyone. Gonna be interesting for ya. Have fun.........PopThat is good to hear, it is bad enough having a 9lb Marans rooster out there with a bad attitude, a full grown Shamo might be a little more intimidating.
I came across some Asil at the show this weekend. I couldn't resist bringing home a young trio. They are a rather odd looking color right now, I am not sure how they will end up.
I have more chicks due out today.
Happy Easter!