Tell me about Silver Lace Wyandotte...

[Mandylynn1207]

What can I expect with this breed of chicken. Will they intergrate well with my 5-6 week pullets(calico princess and golden comets)? I’m get 3 of these at the end of the month.

 

[sourland]

In any integration there will be the normal pecking and social structure reorganization. In my experience Wyandottes have been no better or worse than other breeds.

 

[KyCoop]

My SLW is not the sharpest tool in the shed and does tend to stay to herself as she is second from the bottom of the pecking order but we love her. Her nickname is Kawasaki because that's what she sounds like when she begs for treats.

 

[U_Stormcrow]

My SLW were late additions to an existing flock, joined 3-4 months after the others (I brought on a bunch in April, then more in May last year, the SLW came on in October, I believe, would need to check the calendar). They ended up at the bottom of the pecking order, though they were energetic, put on weight fast, and were compact little fireballs. Not as predator aware as my dark Brahma, but more excitable than the rest of the flock. Over time, individuals have moved up the pecking order a little, but they remain mostly near the bottom.

Now, as I've integrated recent hatchings (early and late December, January, and now February) they are some of the most aggressive in "protecting" their flock position against challenge by any of the new comers.

Also, they are the least likely to stay in the run (4' fence) overnight when I leave the hen house doors open (as I do in all but the very worst weather. A couple of my Rainbows, sometimes a Comet will be out there with them in the AM, but all the SLW are typically happily escaped and free ranging before I've finished my first cup of coffee.

Hope that helps?