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[sol2go]

Regarding differences in heat tolerance.

While a peacomb doesn't have the same radiant opportunities as a single comb, I believe that the down may also contribute. It has been my observation that Ameraucanas and Ameraucana mixes (as are some Easter Eggers) have a different type of down and seem to hold heat more as babies and adults. I don't know how to quantify that difference. I have noticed that they seem to pant more than other breeds/mixes.

 

[estamets]

Regarding differences in heat tolerance.

While a peacomb doesn't have the same radiant opportunities as a single comb, I believe that the down may also contribute.  It has been my observation that Ameraucanas and Ameraucana mixes (as are some Easter Eggers) have a different type of down and seem to hold heat more as babies and adults.  I don't know how to quantify that difference.  I have noticed that they seem to pant more than other breeds/mixes.  

I've been noticing that in my Easter Egger. She definitely pants more often than the others. Interesting theory about the down! The others seems fluffier, but I suppose if the EE's down is held closer to her body, or is denser, that might lead to less heat release.

 

[sol2go]

I've been noticing that in my Easter Egger. She definitely pants more often than the others. Interesting theory about the down! The others seems fluffier, but I suppose if the EE's down is held closer to her body, or is denser, that might lead to less heat release.

I first noticed the down difference when the chicks hatch. It seems thicker and fluffier, but I don't know if that is texture or density. I correlate some of that to the relationship between Ameraucanas and Araucanas. It is my understanding that the Araucana's are from cold regions hence the muff, beard & peacomb. But not feathered feet?

fyi - there are "easter egger" and "olive egger" crosses which are not Ameraucana based. They may have single combs and a better heat tolerance. Then again, I have some Ameraucana mix easter eggers with single combs, and olive eggers that include peacombs from Lt. Brahamas, so what you see may not tell the whole story.

 

[UrbanFarmOC]

Regarding differences in heat tolerance.

While a peacomb doesn't have the same radiant opportunities as a single comb, I believe that the down may also contribute.  It has been my observation that Ameraucanas and Ameraucana mixes (as are some Easter Eggers) have a different type of down and seem to hold heat more as babies and adults.  I don't know how to quantify that difference.  I have noticed that they seem to pant more than other breeds/mixes.  

I've been noticing that in my Easter Egger. She definitely pants more often than the others. Interesting theory about the down! The others seems fluffier, but I suppose if the EE's down is held closer to her body, or is denser, that might lead to less heat release.

Interesting. Thanks for the info. I was worried about one of my EEs, as she pants more than the rest of the flock and has a pea comb. She seems to pant whenever it gets above 78F or so. My other EE has a single comb, is smaller and seems to have less feather density.

 

[SarahParker]

Hi Y'all!!

I have 2 Ameraucana Hens I'm looking to rehome. They are both around 8mos-1 yr old.
One black and one white!
I am having to move to Oregon at the end of this month and I cannot transport them with me
I'm asking $15 each or $25 for both!
Let me know if you are interested!
Have a Great Day!!

Sarah

 

[Sylvester017]

I have seramas and old English game bantams, modern game bantam chickens for sale or trade for quails or aviary birds also have a female turkey

If the turkey is already plucked and stuffed we might consider it - NOT!

Hope you find your trade because SoCal is really light on the varieties I'm interested in!

 

[Sylvester017]

Regarding differences in heat tolerance.

While a peacomb doesn't have the same radiant opportunities as a single comb, I believe that the down may also contribute. It has been my observation that Ameraucanas and Ameraucana mixes (as are some Easter Eggers) have a different type of down and seem to hold heat more as babies and adults. I don't know how to quantify that difference. I have noticed that they seem to pant more than other breeds/mixes.

The down is DEFINITELY a factor in LF breeds which is why Greenfire only recommends Hedemoras for snow climates. Our Ameraucana (my avatar) is very downy under her hard-feathers and does not do well in heatwaves. However our Silkies manage very well in cold, heat, or rain - hardy little buggers.

 

[Sylvester017]

Hi Y'all!!

I have 2 Ameraucana Hens I'm looking to rehome. They are both around 8mos-1 yr old.
One black and one white!
I am having to move to Oregon at the end of this month and I cannot transport them with me
I'm asking $15 each or $25 for both!
Let me know if you are interested!
Have a Great Day!!

Sarah

Very good price for two Ameraucanas with nice slate legs. I hope you get a taker for this excellent breed and already laying - gotta be one the the sweetest breeds in poultry!

 

[SarahParker]

Thank you!
They are gentle gals! But shy around me but my favorite breed.. I sure hope so!

 

[niqueie]

Thank you!
They are gentle gals! But shy around me but my favorite breed.. I sure hope so!

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Where are you located? I might be interested.