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Pecking! Not all pecks are equal.

Shadrach
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Another exceptional recording of observations and interpretations from Shad- as always , Well done !
Shadrach
Shadrach
Thank you for reading the article.

The 9 Comb Types

Lothiriel
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Well illustrated, and nicely done.

Mallard Derived Duck Color Genetics Basics

Pyxis
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I am truly impressed. Well presented and illustrated with pictures.

How to Train Your Chicken for Showmanship

Birds of a Feather
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Well written and illustrated. Excellent primer for anyone wanting to become involved in 4 H poultry programs. Well done.

What Happens When Chickens Molt?

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Clearly and matter of factly presented. Great illustrative pictures and diagrams.

The Anatomy and Physiology of the Chicken

Cyprus
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Well constructed and detailed article. Informative for the new fancier or the established 'bird' person.

Caramel Sweet Potatoes

eenie114
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This is a twist on Mom's 'Candied' sweet potatoes recipe for left overs. I'm going to try this with the added pecans.

Scrambled Egg Salad - easier than boiling those fresh eggs.

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I have to give this a try. Sounds great - looks good.

Texas Potato Salad

Kiki
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Potato salad with a Texas attitude - love it and will give it a try.

Hen Hideout

CovertChickOps
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Well done, and well presented. Love the details and pictures. Should last a long time. I especially liked some of your innovations for watering and treat presentation.

The History and Mating Behavior of Pigeons

Blackberry18
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Good basic information, and some great photographs.
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2019 Spring Ducklings

WannaBeHillBilly
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Like the watering set up, but the thought of raising 15 ducklings in the house makes me shudder. Ducklings look as if they arrived in great condition. Most ducks go through a 'terrified' period in their teen aged spell.
WannaBeHillBilly
WannaBeHillBilly
I think the white layers have reached the »terrified« period by now. My assumption is that the feathers are causing some discomfort when they break through the skin. Sometimes the ducklings sit calm and sleepy then squeak, jump up and run through the brooder without any obvious reason. They also dislike to be touched and picked up.

Guide to Letting Broody Hens Hatch and Raise Chicks

Pyxis
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No mess, no fuss, let the hen do the work, and there is just something so very neat about watching a hen with her chicks.
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Common Rooster Myths - Clearing Up Rooster Misinformation

Pyxis
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Common sense rooster facts well presented.

Nest Boxes; why do we make a sitting hens job so difficult?

Shadrach
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The 'bowl' shaped nest - a basic and frequently overlooked reality. Well observed and written.
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Shadrach
Shadrach
Thanks for reading the article. For many I expect this type of nest isn't practicable but I found it interesting to observe what the hens preferred given a choice.

The Egg song, it’s not about the egg; it’s an escort call.

Shadrach
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Great insight and perception from a man who lives closely with his birds.
Shadrach
Shadrach
Thanks for reading the article. Best not to dwell on how closely :)

Heated nesting boxes help stop frozen eggs!

RonP
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Excellent and effective solution to a real problem.
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Cold Weather Poultry Housing and Care

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Well written by someone who has to deal with 'real' cold. Well done, 'Al'.
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