Making Lemonade [Selective Culling Project - very long term]

[U_Stormcrow]

Finally got a good picture of that damned bird I've been trying to chase down from the hatch before last.

 

[crystlln]

I know you aren't looking to add any breeds, but I think I accidentally created something close to what you're looking for in pattern, and relatively fast growing. Bielefelder x RIR. 10 weeks and they got some heft to them - significantly more than the same aged Bielefelder x Barred rock. Should attempt to weight them. They got a photo shoot tonight to attempt to sell locally, because they'll be butcher age when I'm full term pregnant and that doesn't sound like fun.

 

[U_Stormcrow]

I know you aren't looking to add any breeds, but I think I accidentally created something close to what you're looking for in pattern, and relatively fast growing. Bielefelder x RIR. 10 weeks and they got some heft to them - significantly more than the same aged Bielefelder x Barred rock. Should attempt to weight them. They got a photo shoot tonight to attempt to sell locally, because they'll be butcher age when I'm full term pregnant and that doesn't sound like fun.

Yes, those look like they would work well on my grounds. How are they for free ranging and predator awareness???

Also, our hopes for your smooth, swift, and successful delivery.

 

[crystlln]

Yes, those look like they would work well on my grounds. How are they for free ranging and predator awareness???

Also, our hopes for your smooth, swift, and successful delivery.

Thanks!


I'm honestly not too sure on the free ranging and predator awareness. They seem decent, but I'm relatively new to chickens. The sire is very predator aware to the point that some of the hens have gotten sick of running to hide when he sounds off yet again about a low flying airplane, or big truck, or neighbor dog etc... These guys' Mom is middle of the flock for awareness I'd say.
They love to free range, but I don't know how to judge effectiveness.

 

[JacinLarkwell]

Thanks!


I'm honestly not too sure on the free ranging and predator awareness. They seem decent, but I'm relatively new to chickens. The sire is very predator aware to the point that some of the hens have gotten sick of running to hide when he sounds off yet again about a low flying airplane, or big truck, or neighbor dog etc... These guys' Mom is middle of the flock for awareness I'd say.
They love to free range, but I don't know how to judge effectiveness.

How much about do you feed per bird?

 

[MysteryChicken]

Updated pictures of Big Fatty's Brother who's a beast. But Big Fatty herself is a bantam for some reason despite being hatched from LF Parents.

He's 3 months old.

 

[MysteryChicken]

Big Fatty the Bantam.

At least I can make mini meaties, by crossing her to OEGB.

 

[JacinLarkwell]

So @U_Stormcrow , I know this isn't exactly the color you're looking for, but A, I want to show her off and B, I'm actually quite curious.

Would you be Yay or Nay to this color popping up in a clutch? This is the female version of the color

 

[U_Stormcrow]

So @U_Stormcrow , I know this isn't exactly the color you're looking for, but A, I want to show her off and B, I'm actually quite curious.

Would you be Yay or Nay to this color popping up in a clutch? This is the female version of the color
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I would be Nay - I'm desperately trying to get rid of white. It stands out on my property, even against the paler sands, and most of my predation problems are aerial... An attractive "creamsickle" color, but not a good one for me.

 

[JacinLarkwell]

I would be Nay - I'm desperately trying to get rid of white. It stands out on my property, even against the paler sands, and most of my predation problems are aerial... An attractive "creamsickle" color, but not a good one for me.

Okay. That's what I was thinking, but figured I'd ask. Is the red near what you're looking for, or too light?