Which breed to to keep?

[Farmerboy16]

I am downsizing my flock, and trying to decide which of the long tails to keep for breeding. They are not mature, but I like them, Golden Phoenix, and red sh Yokohamas. Which is more rare, and needs help persevering?

 

[sjarvis00]

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the Yokahoma is probably the one in greatest need however you need to keep the one you like the best or it will be a job not a joy.

 

[slamine]

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the Yokahoma is probably the one in greatest need however you need to keep the one you like the best or it will be a job not a joy.

I second that. Definitely go with the breed you find the most joy in keeping.

 

[Farmerboy16]

I don't know. They are both pretty, I am thinking that the Phoenixes looks more colorful, but I like the looks of the Yokohamas tho. So, I will go with the Yokahomas. Thanks for the help.

Does anyone have hatching eggs around mid-September? What I have are hatchery stock, and will have to cull them.

 

[Illia]

Yeah with the hatchery stock thing mentioned, I say go with what you love and what conforms to the SOP best. Preserving hatchery stock is not saving the breed, at least in my opinion. There is a guy on the forum, several in fact, who raise good Yokohamas. Show Quality Phoenixes honestly I see less of, even though they're claimed to be in less danger.

 

[punky rooster]

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I agree, Illia.

 

[FlChickie]

I'm also looking for SQ Red Shouldered Yokohamas, I love the breed and really want to have a good quality flock.

 

[Farmerboy16]

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I am still looking for some too.