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Discussion in 'General breed discussions & FAQ' started by worms7, Nov 30, 2016.

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  1. Nov 30, 2016 #1
    worms7

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    In the large fowl world what breed is very broody like the silkie is it the orpingtons? or the brahma
    Cheers Phil
     
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  3. Nov 30, 2016 #2
    ChkenKeeper

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    The orpingtons seem to be naturally broody regardless of what you do to try and change them. :)
     
  5. Nov 30, 2016 #3
    junebuggena

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    Orpingtons, Cochins, and Faverolles all tend to be very broody. In my flock, it's the Australorps that go broody. Of course there are always exceptions.
     

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