Defining Qualities

[Treegod]

I have a right mix of a flock, so trying to figure out breeds is a challenge, especially as most of them are probably crosses.

If I can't do breeds then what I wouldn't mind is learning the technical descriptions of any chicken whether pure bred or not; size and shape of wattles and combs, colour of plumage and eyes etc.

So, my question is is there any good resource to learn these qualities, book, online or otherwise?

 

[LeBlackbird]

You need a APA standard of perfection. It has a definition for all the reconized breeds.

 

[Treegod]

Thank you very much. Just saw the website. Not being in America maybe I can find a Spanish version. But APA gives me a good place to start.

Not sure about "perfection" though, the standard is, hmmm variety! As the saying goes, variety is the spice of life lol

 

[pocopoyo]

The ALBC has some nice articles on selecting poutry for meat or eggs. Should be good for any breeds or mixes selected for production. You can search for their website.