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[jbear]

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[RedRoosterFarm]

HEY Washington, I have a new breeding program starting and I need some nice Gold laced cochins. Anyone got some? I'm after a few hens. I can trade for birds or pay. Please let me know if you have some or know of any local. I will travel or can meet somewhere. Thanks all!
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[Rare Feathers Farm]

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I might know where you can get some...

 

[RedRoosterFarm]

Please let me know. I would love 2 or more that are 6 month to 1.5 years old.
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I might know where you can get some...

 

[Rare Feathers Farm]

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I might know where you can get some...

I sent ya a PM.

I don't have any hens or pullets available right now...I only have a quad of breeders...but I'll have eggs (or chicks) this spring.

 

[RedRoosterFarm]

check ur pm please
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I sent ya a PM.

I don't have any hens or pullets available right now...I only have a quad of breeders...but I'll have eggs (or chicks) this spring.

 

[Illia]

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What is the definition of heritage breeds of chickens? I would of thought Marans were a heritage breed.

Marans are not a heritage breed. . . As they're not accepted to the APA.

Heritage birds must be a breed accepted before I believe 1950.

From ALBC -

Heritage Chicken must adhere to all the following:

1. APA Standard Breed. Heritage Chicken must be from parent and grandparent stock of breeds recognized by the American Poultry Association (APA) prior to the mid-20th century; whose genetic line can be traced back multiple generations; and with traits that meet the APA Standard of Perfection guidelines for the breed. Heritage Chicken must be produced and sired by an APA Standard breed. Heritage eggs must be laid by an APA Standard breed.
2. Naturally mating. Heritage Chicken must be reproduced and genetically maintained through natural mating. Chickens marketed as Heritage must be the result of naturally mating pairs of both grandparent and parent stock.
3. Long, productive outdoor lifespan. Heritage Chicken must have the genetic ability to live a long, vigorous life and thrive in the rigors of pasture-based, outdoor production systems. Breeding hens should be productive for 5-7 years and roosters for 3-5 years.
4. Slow growth rate. Heritage Chicken must have a moderate to slow rate of growth, reaching appropriate market weight for the breed in no less than 16 weeks. This gives the chicken time to develop strong skeletal structure and healthy organs prior to building muscle mass.

Chickens marketed as Heritage must include the variety and breed name on the label.
Terms like “heirloom,” “antique,” “old-fashioned,” and “old timey” imply Heritage and are understood to be synonymous with the definition provided here.

Abbreviated Definition: A Heritage Egg can only be produced by an American Poultry Association Standard breed. A Heritage Chicken is hatched from a heritage egg sired by an American Poultry Association Standard breed established prior to the mid-20th century, is slow growing, naturally mated with a long productive outdoor life.

 

[Illia]

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I collect them digitally.

I'm not one of those guys with a kill-jar running around and pinning specimens, no. I just run around with a digital camera, get some good macro shots, and post them on my online collection.

Off-white, wings folded, that size. . . Sounds like a moth in the Noctuidae family. You might have an infestation, but nothing much to worry of if they're laying on the nets. When they hatch (which should be in about 18 days, give or take) get some pics of the larvae if you can.

Some off-white ones found at this time of year include the following:

 

[RedRoosterFarm]

I think I miss read ur Pm. I'm tired and read you had chicks but I read wrong I think you have a trio? Let me know and sorry for reading wrong. I'm reading from my blackberry and its hard to see sometimes.
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[cackleberrylinda]

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I remember that storm. Lived above Shilshole Marina with my family still. Watching the waves was something I will never forget. They were going upwards of 10-12 feet up and the wind whipped the water off the tops so you could see the spray flying off ... wish i was better with words so i could paint the picture. did you live here then?