How good are these Sumatras?

[ButtonquailGirl14]

I was on CL, and came across this https://wenatchee.craigslist.org/grd/6820359253.html .... How good are these Sumatras? Unfortunately it says something went wrong ever time I click on the reply button... I don't know how many are in this flock, but these seem like nice birds to me, I would not be able to pay that much for chickens, but maybe (depending on flock size) I can find some other interested parties who would split the flock with me.

 

[Cyprus]

They're very good. Closed flock is a plus. Some of the females could have more spread of tail, though.

 

[Cyprus]

I was just wondering if red comb and wattles on roos was good?

No

 

[Cyprus]

yes, I guess I could pick a trio and sell the rest

Reply and ask how many they have

 

[Cyprus]

that what I thought... Look at the roo in pictures... He is pretty, but the red is there.

The roo is 100% the weak link.
Personally, I wouldn't get them because a good roo takes more than a few years to breed for.

 

[ColtHandorf]

One thing to remember is that if Sumatras are raised indoors or spend a majority of time indoors (as most show birds are) the male's combs can be red and that is expected. With time in the sun you'll find their combs darken and look gypsy mulberry), the way they should.

 

[HuffleClaw]

They look to be of great quality to me!

 

[ButtonquailGirl14]

They look to be of great quality to me!

I thought so too!

 

[ButtonquailGirl14]

I was just wondering if red comb and wattles on roos was good?

 

[HuffleClaw]

I was just wondering if red comb and wattles on roos was good?

No

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