International Black Copper Marans Thread - Breeding to the SOP

[NanaK]

We don t want cockerels with a nasty look they turn aggressive when adult.

I think I've noticed that tendency too and in several breeds.

 

[Punkybrewster]

Yes, it is so muggy. Always makes me worry about the birds. I have several 7-10 years old. Worry about them the most.

And not much can be done really. Not long term.

I find letting them out to find their own shade works well. They seem to not be as hot.

But it's not always doable.

 

[Punkybrewster]

Ok I see. Yes keep an eye on him we don t want to bring any fault your flock doesn t have . You don t have a wry tail in you flock .
Chooks man

If it starts staying to the left more, I will get a photo.

 

[Chooks man]

@Punkybrewster orange band cockerel in this 2 photos look stunning correct and chunky big body type . Supper deep chest . Love the way his legs look in this photo . You are saying some time he has a narrow stance other time wide stance . Very interesting . Watch him
Chooks man

 

[Punkybrewster]

I think I've noticed that tendency too and in several breeds.

I sure hope not, but there is some truth to this.
Puberty will be here soon. That's when I can tell.
That look a mean one gives can't be mistaken.

 

[NanaK]

And not much can be done really. Not long term.

Oh, I know. They have plenty of deep shade, fresh water, sometimes I take them chilled zucchini or cucumbers from my garden. Their coop has a fan.
Those older ones are good girls, laid well, always healthy and most were good mamas so they are pets now.

 

[NanaK]

Hmmm wonky internet, sorry

 

[Punkybrewster]

I think I've noticed that tendency too and in several breeds.

I sure hope not, but there is some truth to this.
Puberty will be here soon. That's when I can tell.
That look a mean one gives can't be mistaken.

 

[Punkybrewster]

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@Punkybrewster orange band cockerel in this 2 photos look stunning correct and chunky big body type . Supper deep chest . Love the way his legs look in this photo . You are saying some time he has a narrow stance other time wide stance . Very interesting . Watch him
Chooks man

Sometimes his legs are closer together.

His copper is very bright. To me it almost looks orange in his hackles.

He is the largest and widest.

 

[Punkybrewster]

Orange band