Silkie x Polish are they pretty birds?

[jessithy]

I had a lady stop out today to purchase a few chicks from me, and she told me to breed my banty Polish with a Silkie??? She claims they are beautiful. Has anyone ever heard of this before, or has anyone ever seen a Silkie x Polish? I would love to see a picture if you got one.

 

[jessithy]

anyone?

 

[HenPen]

Yes,I love them I plan to do the same.....

 

[jessithy]

I think it would be neat if they have the silkie feathering with the big polish crest. But I have never seen one before... just trying to visualize.

 

[Dipsy Doodle Doo]

Hi! I've got a couple of first generation (silver laced) Polish x (blue) Silkie cross hens. They are cute --- black, regular feathered, dark-skinned, crested, feathered shanks, and have unusual combs. I believe both have extra toes as well.
I'll look for pics. It isn't a cross I'd go out of my way to make again.

Lisa

 

[jessithy]

HenPen I am still laughing at your signature

"Omy.....where did all these chickens come from!!!???

I ask myself that often! lol But it doesn't stop me from looking for more

 

[jessithy]

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Oh... they sound very cute. You have pictures!!!? Nice... now I am getting very excited Thanks Lisa!

 

[Sonoran Silkies]

Softer feathers than the polish have--more cochin-like, usually, usually large crests. Should have dark skin & 5 toes, but not always.

 

[jessithy]

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thanks... I think I could get the breeding pen ready

 

[HenPen]

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Seems all the rain around here has caused chicks to sprout up everywhere!!