Hello from the FL panhandle!

[Gumiho]

Hello everyone,
I'm "sort of" new. I've read the forums for a while, but only setting up a profile now that I'm back in the states and have the room for chickens. Having recently returned from Korea, I was hoping to find Ogye but thus far have had no luck finding a US source and with importation no longer an option I'm considering Svart Hona, Ayem Cemani, Hmong, silkies, Seremas and Plymouth Rocks. But have yet to make a final decision.

I've enjoyed reading this forum and look forward to reading more and contributing in the future.

 

[ChicknsRock]

Barred Rocks are amazing chickens!

 

[drumstick diva]

well you shouldn't have any trouble finding silkies, seramas and barred rocks. I'm guessing some of the breeds I am not familiar with may be game birds .Or not. There are game threads on BYC.

 

[Gumiho]

ChicknsRock - Yes, they are. I've always been impressed by a nice Barred Rock. Gorgeous birds.

Drumstick Diva - Some are a bit gamey, but I wouldn't consider them as game birds. Mostly land race types. The Ogye, Ayam Cemani, Hmong and Svart Hona are true black pigmented varieties (skin, flesh, bones & organs). The Ogye is a Korean breed I had hoped to track down in the USA, I'm keeping an ear open with the Korean Markets & classifieds, but thus far no luck. Though even if I DO find some listed as Ogye, they're probably more likely to be crosses... The Svart Hona and Cemani are a close option, but pricey. And the Hmong and some silkies are an option. I've noticed quite a few threads and posts for these breeds, as well as egg leads, so hopefully something will pan out.

 

[Kelsie2290]

Hello and Welcome To BYC! Good luck in your chicken hunt.

 

[liz9910]

Welcome to BYC!

 

[roostersandhens]

 

[sourland]

Welcome to BYC, and good luck in establishing your flocks.