In fact, without Cochins there would be no Brahmas, Plymouth Rocks, Wyandottes, Faverolles, and so many other breeds. Cochins really started it all as far as large, fluffy chickens go.
I have to say I do like Orpingtons, too. Really not too much difference between the English style Orps and Cochins. Feathered legs and skin color are about it.Exactly. I don't know why they had to ruin the beautiful cochin to make the disgusting orp, but these Orp lovers should acknowledge that they wouldn't have those disgusting creatures with out the wonder that is cochins.