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    They're heeeere

    yay! I got my chicks from Hoovers today which also contained 5 Turkens... they seem so fun and full of personality already!
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    What breed is this?

    Wow, the amount of info you guys just retain and know about these ladies is impressive. Again, thanks so much
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    What breed is this?

    Thanks everyone. They seem super friendly, I thought they were buckeyes... That's what the original keeper thought they were. Any chance?
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    What breed is this?

    As I've gotten more familiar with the ladies and gentleman I've been able to get more pictures. Here are a few pics of one I am hoping you all could help me identify. If different pics are needed, let me know. Thanks so much
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    High Altitude (6500ft) Meat Bird

    Awesome.... Thank you for clarifying @BarnyardChaos... I likely could have been clearer there. =)
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    High Altitude (6500ft) Meat Bird

    @NatJ Thank you so very much - extremely helpful.
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    High Altitude (6500ft) Meat Bird

    Thank you very much. This is the route I was thinking made most sense. If I was looking to raise for 8-12 weeks before processing, I would think I wouldn't need the whole set up that is needed for matured egg layers, right? no nesting area, but an indoor coop and outdoor run, correct? Is there...
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    High Altitude (6500ft) Meat Bird

    Thank you @U_Stormcrow !
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    High Altitude (6500ft) Meat Bird

    Apologies in advance for the long-winded, multipurpose thread. 1 - Bird of choice I have been digging around and found that the most common/suggested meat bird is the Cornish X but they don't seem to do well in high altitudes. I hope to start learning a bit about raising chickens for meat, but...
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    Hey from NC

    Welcome, look forward to seeing your chicks!
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    New to this Chicken Thing

    Yay - someone to "n00b" with!
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    New to this Chicken Thing

    From what I gathered there may be two breeds in there and one of them was nearing extinction and brought in from Ohio. We have asked the prior owners for information on their breed and are waiting to hear back. I will let you all know what I find out. :)
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    New to this Chicken Thing

    Great advice! We have plenty of that and will certainly "spruce up the place" with some perching spots and fresh wood chips! Thanks!
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    New to this Chicken Thing

    Thank you all so very much for the warm welcome and helpful info. Rhode Island Red... I'll look into that a bit more =)
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    New to this Chicken Thing

    I am totally new to raising any form of chickens or animals (aside from the standard dogs, cats, and reptiles). As of a few days ago, I acquired a chicken coop (equipped with 10 hens and 1 rooster) along with a greenhouse and very large gardening area - they were included in the purchase of our...
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