Buttercups

[danhonour]

The buttercup comb is supposed to be completely around and able to hold a small amount of water.Most combs are open in the back or seperated.If you raise a lot you can get some good combs.In some countries they come in other colors,I think there is a silver version not unlike the Standard gold ones.There are black ones and all white ones (I think the whites were also known as Coventry Whites).One of the old American breeders was named Cook.He bred and promoted them for years.Some of the old Reliable Poultry Journals had articles on the Buttercups 100 years ago.

 

[cathunter10]

Since cathunter10 has already logged on, I thought just to say a BIG Thank You for all of your support & wonderful ideas. & I WILL be getting my Buttercups! (lol) Just don't know where yet! & if by chance anyone else has info onthe breed that has not been covered, we are all ears.

Again much thanks to ev1,

FuzzytButtBetty

 

[cathunter10]

Ok guys since Fuzzy Butt is still in bed I have another question on Buttercups.From all the pictures I have seen they appear to be short legged is this desiable or should we be trying to breed for more station (LEG).
Thanks
Bill

 

[Happy Chooks]

I have a buttercup (hatchery stock). She was handled every day as a chick and she's still flighty. She is friendly in that she will eat out of my hand, but she always is ready to dart out of arms reach if you try to touch her. She is a great layer of medium sized eggs. She is also an excellent forager.

 

[flgardengirl]

I don't know if they have short legs or if they are just smallish birds. They are smaller than some of the Large Fowl.

 

[Happy Chooks]

I haven't noticed shorter legs, but they are on the small side size wise.

 

[cathunter10]

Thanks Guys I guess I will Just let Fuzzy Butt get her chicks( And I know she will)

then I will do my thing, In line with the standerds of the breed.
Bill

 

[cathunter10]

I am going to send out Emails today to the people that are members of the Buttercup club To try and pick there brains.As we want to learn all we can about the breed and to try and buy the best that we can aford.So if any one on here is breeding them (if you dont mind) Pm me as I would like to corespond with you.
Bill

 

[Smallfarmer76]

I'm interested in large fowl and bantam show quality buttercups as well, if you find a good source.Would prefer hatching eggs. Thanks!

 

[cathunter10]

I certainaly will save your Imformation and will let you know what we fine.
Bill