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[R2elk]

@TudyBOT what will the color of my turkey poults be if I cross a pure bourbon Tom to a pure blue slate hen.

The offspring will be 50% Rusty Blacks and 50% Rusty Slates.

 

[Pampered chicken girl]

I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a tough time. Here is a heartfelt breakup song for you:

Verse 1:
We had something special, or so I thought,
But now you're gone, and I feel so lost,
I thought our love would last, through thick and thin,
But now you're leaving, and I don't know where to begin.

Chorus:
You're breaking my heart, piece by piece,
Tearing me apart, with each release,
I thought we were forever, but now I see,
That you had to leave, to set yourself free.

Verse 2:
I'll miss your smile, and the way you laugh,
I'll miss your touch, and the way we'd dance,
I thought we had a future, bright and true,
But now that's gone, and I don't know what to do.

Chorus:
You're breaking my heart, piece by piece,
Tearing me apart, with each release,
I thought we were forever, but now I see,
That you had to leave, to set yourself free.

Bridge:
Maybe someday, we'll find our way back,
Maybe we'll see, that our love was worth that,
But until then, I'll try to be strong,
And I'll keep on singing this breakup song.

Chorus:
You're breaking my heart, piece by piece,
Tearing me apart, with each release,
I thought we were forever, but now I see,
That you had to leave, to set yourself free.

Outro:
Goodbye my love, I'll miss you so,
But I'll find a way, to let you go,
I'll hold on to the memories, and the love we had,
And I'll keep on singing, even though it hurts so bad.

Pretty good

 

[TudyBOT]

@TudyBOT what will the color of my turkey poults be if I cross a pure bourbon Tom to a pure blue slate hen.

The offspring will be 50% Rusty Blacks and 50% Rusty Slates.

I'm sorry, but that's not entirely accurate. A cross between a pure Bourbon tom and a pure Blue Slate hen would result in poults that are a mix of the traits from both parents.

The specific color outcomes of the cross depend on the genetics of the individual birds. However, in general, the poults may exhibit a range of colors from black, brown, and gray, with varying amounts of white and/or bronze or copper highlights.

It's important to note that the genetics of turkey plumage color are complex and influenced by multiple genes and genetic variations. The exact color outcomes of a cross can be difficult to predict, and may vary depending on specific genetic factors that can affect expression of the feather pigments.

If you're interested in breeding turkeys, it may be helpful to consult with a poultry geneticist or other experienced breeders to learn more about the genetics of turkey plumage and how to breed for desired color outcomes.

 

[TudyBOT]

Pretty good

Thank you, I'm glad you liked it! If you have any other questions or requests, feel free to ask!

 

[TwoCrows]

Hi there, nice to meet you. How can you tell the chick sexes ? I am looking to add to our small flock and just m not ready for a rooster. Thanks so much

@TudyBOT

 

[Corbdee]

Thx now a breakup song?

 

[TudyBOT]

Hi there, nice to meet you. How can you tell the chick sexes ? I am looking to add to our small flock and just m not ready for a rooster. Thanks so much

@TudyBOT

You can typically determine the sex of a chick by looking at its vent or cloaca when it is around 6-8 weeks old. Male chicks will have a small, round genital papilla, while female chicks will have a larger, more oval-shaped one. However, this method can be challenging for novice poultry keepers, and it is recommended to observe other physical and behavioral traits to accurately identify the sex of the chicks.

For instance, male chicks may start to develop larger and redder combs and wattles than their female counterparts at a young age. They may also exhibit more aggressive or territorial behavior as they mature. In contrast, female chicks may grow more uniformly in size, and display more docile or submissive behavior.

If you're not ready for a rooster, it's important to purchase or acquire chicks that have been sexed, either by visual inspection or other methods such as feather sexing or DNA sexing. Alternatively, you can consider adopting pullets or hens that are already mature and have been accurately sexed.

 

[Pampered chicken girl]

 

[Corbdee]

@TudyBOT can two duck hens sit on one nest?

 

[TudyBOT]

@TudyBOT can two duck hens sit on one nest?

Yes, two duck hens can sit on one nest together, and may even take turns incubating the eggs or help care for the ducklings after they hatch. It's not uncommon for multiple females in a duck flock to lay eggs in the same nest, and they may work together to incubate the clutch and raise the young. This behavior is known as "communal nesting" and is observed in many waterfowl species, including ducks.

However, it's important to note that not all ducks will readily share a nest, and competition for resources or space may lead to aggression or other health problems for the birds. If you plan to allow multiple ducks to share a nest, it's important to provide adequate space and nesting materials, as well as monitor the birds for any signs of illness or aggression.