Silkie to cull or not to cull...

[itsalwayssomething]

I am so sorry I am new to this guess I posted a question in the introduction page and was quickly told that's not the place to do that. Hopefully I am in the right place this time. My question was I hatched some eggs from a breeder and one of my cuckoo's came out a pure white. I don't think its albino it has no pink eyes and the skin isn't a real pale black its more a medium color black. Is this a defective genes and something I need to cull, or is this a rarity and something I need to keep. I plan on learning more which is why I joined and attempt my own breeding and color project.

 

[JedJackson]

Is it healthy? That should be a big consideration in culling. It is not an albino. How a white bird came from cuckoo parents is a mystery, but stranger things have happened and there is always the possibility that a mix up occurred. This bird is not show quality or even breeder quality but if it's healthy it would make a great pet.

 

[Crazy for Chickens!]

X2

 

[chelnic90]

I will take it if you don't want it XD

 

[Gray Farms]

Culled or rehomed. That bird should not be in a Silkie breeding group.

 

[drumstick diva]

I'm sure you could find a good home for it, despite not being show or breeding quality.

If it's healthy it will make a great pet for someone. Silkies are especially favorites of children. No reason to cull it.

 

[SuperMyke]

Border line "ShowGirl" Lots of flare. I particularly like the ones everyone does not like. Reminds me of myself!