Breed Origins and Colors

[Shadowfire]

Ask questions about breed origins and colors, and regular breed conformation.

 

[Brahma Chicken5000]

How did Ameraucanas get their beard and muffs if they are descended from Araucanas which are tufted?

 

[Shadowfire]

I'm not quite sure about that one; probably from mixing them with other breeds such as EE chickens?

 

[Brahma Chicken5000]

I'm not quite sure about that one; probably from mixing them with other breeds such as EE chickens?

Easter Eggers came after the Ameraucanas were a breed.

 

[MagpieDucks]

Ask questions about breed origins and colors, and regular breed conformation.

What should the tail angle of a Modern Game bantam be?

 

[Shadowfire]

The tail should be whip-like, almost pointing downwards.

 

[MagpieDucks]

The tail should be whip-like, almost pointing downwards.

Okay, thanks. Also, I can't quite seem to figure out the point system for judging a Magpie duck? Can you explain that to me please?

 

[Shadowfire]

I'm not that good with ducks; sorry!

 

[HuffleClaw]

Ooh I have a few!

1. How many different varieties of Old English Game Bantams are there?
2. Where does the Old English Game Bantam breed originate?
3. What year did Old English Game Bantams become APA accepted?

 

[Alexandra33]

Easter Eggers came after the Ameraucanas were a breed.

Not trying to intrude here, but had to share a little information I found.

Pretty sure Easter Eggers are the foundation stock from which Ameraucanas were developed, contrary to what most believe. Here's an article by John Blehm on the matter:
https://countrysidenetwork.com/daily/poultry/chickens-101/all-about-ameraucana-chickens/

~Alex