What exactly is a Mahogany Red?

[DTchickens]

mahogany is what is referred to as, Pumpkins in Gamefowl. and Gingers reds in OEGB and other breeds (usually.) some mahoganys i have seen are like the Deep red (seen in rhode island reds, and Red. or Black tailed red. OEGBS)

-Daniel

 

[sellersgang]

Yep.. thats what they look like.. they soooo pretty

Now... are they good layers????

 

[ParkerVA]

Since they are show quality, the breeding emphasis is on type and color, not egg laying, so no, they will not be as good of layers as say a hatchery quality RIR.

But they will be good or decent layers since that is part of what they were originally bred for. Better than say, my standard cochins!

 

[sellersgang]

Next time hubby decides to purchase chickens I think I will 'tag" along with him. He doesnt ask enough questions.. lol.. I wanted good egg layers!!!!! Oh well.. live and learn i guess

 

[Rusty Hills Farm]

I wanted good egg layers!!!!! Oh well.. live and learn i guess

Those "Mahogany Reds" won't burn out in 2 years. Instead they'll give you a steady supply for 4-5! Too often Production Reds are done laying by the 2nd year and by then they are too stringy for the stew pot too, which is why I prefer the heritage RIRs. They are "eye candy" AND steady, long-term producers.

 

[sellersgang]

Whewww.. thank goodness!! I"ll let hubby outta the chicken house now