Chocolate Leghorns...

[Goose and Fig]

AKA Dark Brown Leghorns. Are they really genetically "chocolate" like other breeds?

 

[Illia]

No. Never heard of them being called Chocolate Leghorns either.


Dark Browns carry mahogany, like true/heritage Rhode Island Reds. That's one of the things that make them so dark brownish red in appearance.

 

[Goose and Fig]

Ok. I was wondering if they really were chocolate why nobody was using them for outcrosses

Not sure if this will show up, its almost over:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/290618524434?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

 

[Mahonri]

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They both look like roos to me.

 

[Goose and Fig]

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They both look like roos to me.

I know. I was just wondering about the genetics of the color though. I found pics of the hens elsewhere- so different than the light brown ones.

 

[chickendales]

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They both look like roos to me.

nope that ones a pullet witch big comb

 

[Goose and Fig]

Ahh I think you're right. Its not the best photo though.