Oh boy, which to choose?

[Sonoran Silkies]

Moderns are absolute sweethearts; the ballerinas of the chicken world with their long graceful legs. I have never heard them described as flighty.

 

[Cindilou]

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See, I was just totally uninformed.
That's why this site is the best.

Thanks!

 

[juliechick]

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See, I was just totally uninformed.
That's why this site is the best.

Thanks!

Maybe they could be if you didn't handle them enough. I feel like I left out one thing to consider about Moderns, though. If you are going to show the roosters, you will have to dub them. (cut off the combs and wattles)

 

[HenThymes]

You want something that not everyone has and is a great size for kids..... Bantam orpingtons would be my pick.

They are the perfect size for showing, don't go broody often yet still lay a good size egg for eating. They come in several colors and and very addictive to own.

I myself will be bringing out several colors to show this fall.

I do know someone in FL that raises them and has some great stock, perfect for showing.

Here's a couple pictures of my pullets

 

[Cindilou]

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Message me with their information so I can see how far away they are located. Ultimately, the choice is hers but I need to help with finding something she can handle easiest.

 

[manybirds]

Try bantam brahma's

 

[Cindilou]

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I'll have to look it up.

Why do you think they make a good choice for first timers?

 

[NottinghamChicks]

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I'll have to look it up.

Why do you think they make a good choice for first timers?

I agree with Bantam Brahmas also. They are absolutely kind in nature and their size is great for kids. Here are mine

 

[manybirds]

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I'll have to look it up.

Why do you think they make a good choice for first timers?

well brahma's are a very calm breed but the standerds get giant so thats why the bantam part. they are also very pretty

 

[Cindilou]

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I'll have to look it up.

Why do you think they make a good choice for first timers?

I agree with Bantam Brahmas also. They are absolutely kind in nature and their size is great for kids. Here are mine
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/66797_crazychickens_039.jpg
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/66797_crazychickens_031.jpg
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/66797_crazychickens_027.jpg
https://www.backyardchickens.com/forum/uploads/66797_crazychickens_017.jpg

Those are really nice looking birds!
I just sent a message to someone nearby downsizing a flock of brahmas but I believe they are standard and not bantam.

Keep the info coming, this is really helping!