Buff is not a single gene, the colours is produced by a number of genes in combination.
Have a look at chickencolours.com the book Genetics of Chicken Colours - The Basics explains all,
David
I assume the color genetics are the same for all chickens?
I am wanting to raise some Partridge Silkies......I have none, what do I need? Does it take two Partridge birds to make this color or can I just get one hen or roo and still raise some?????
I have Buff, Blue, Splash, Black and White right now.
Also is White really best just used on other Whites?
I am just not able to understand the color calculator, [over my head]
I don't have enough different pens for each color......but if I HAVE to...I will get them.
Oh, thanks so much for the reply, I will continue to try and figure that chart out, it just seemed to be too involved for me.
Maybe reading what suggested will help, I hope so.
You made up my mind for me, I NEED to get a pair of Partridge [or trio if I can afford it]
The White roo has to go....he is not up to par anyway, nice sort of bird but not as good as I want.