Popular Poultry Breeds
Popular Poultry Breeds

Author: David Scrivener

Publisher: Crowood

Published: 2014-11-30

Total Pages: 616

ISBN-13: 1847979718

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Popular Poultry Breeds examines forty mainstream breeds of chickens and bantams divided into thirty-five chapters. Most breeds exist in several plumage colour varieties, and in large and bantam (miniature) size versions, all of which are also included in this comprehensive book. Detailed histories of each breed are given, in many cases including the names of the breeders and where they lived. Also, the special management and selective breeding requirements needed for certain breeds is studied, even if they are not going to be entered into shows. The book includes helpful descriptions of the breeds, and is beautifully illustrated in full colour with over 180 photographs of prize-winning birds and nearly ninety reproductions of exquisite old prints of artist's drawings. This painstakingly researched reference work is aimed at smallholders, hobbyist poultry keepers, serious enthusiasts and those researching chicken breeds.

Breeding and Showing Modern Game Bantams
Breeding and Showing Modern Game Bantams

Author: Jeff Duguay

Publisher:

Published: 2021-09-20

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780578958972

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Detailed information on breeding and showing modern game bantams, a breed of exhibition poultry. Includes parasites, other ailments, and treatments. Information on how to show poultry, breeding, housing, conditioning, feeding chickens.

The Indian Game Fowl
The Indian Game Fowl

Author: H. S. Babcock

Publisher:

Published: 2017-01-26

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 9781542778909

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This special re-print edition of H.S. Babcock's book "The Indian Game: Its Description, Characteristics, Origin, History and Breeding" contains a treasure trove of information on this legendary chicken breed. Written in 1891 by one of the great masters of this breed, this classic text is one of the only books of its kind and a must have classic book for enthusiasts of Indian Game Chickens. Note: This edition is a perfect facsimile of the original edition and is not set in a modern typeface. As a result, some type characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections or minor shadows in the page background.

British Poultry Standards
British Poultry Standards

Author: Victoria Roberts

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2009-03-16

Total Pages: 481

ISBN-13: 1444309382

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British Poultry Standards 6th edition is the official reference toall the recognised Poultry Standards in Great Britain. It containscomplete specifications together with judging points for allstandardised breeds and varieties, as compiled by the specialistBreed Clubs and recognised by the Poultry Club of GreatBritain. Breeding and exhibiting poultry is a long-held tradition as well asa popular and rewarding hobby. The work of the Breed Clubs and themany dedicated breeders in preserving the pure breeds is vital inmaintaining our breeds of poultry not only for the culturalheritage of future generations but also as a gene bank for thecommercial world. Under the guardianship of the Poultry Club ofGreat Britain, this book details the authorised standards ofexcellence for each breed. New to this edition: * New and improved colour images for many breeds, now with almost300 colour photographs. * The inclusion of silhouettes to show the perfect shape for eachbreed. * An additional 14 breeds are covered.

The Chicken Encyclopedia
The Chicken Encyclopedia

Author: Gail Damerow

Publisher: Storey Publishing

Published: 2012-01-31

Total Pages: 321

ISBN-13: 1603425616

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From addled to wind egg and crossed beak to zygote, the terminology of everything chicken is demystified in The Chicken Encyclopedia. Complete with breed descriptions, common medical concerns, and plenty of chicken trivia, this illustrated A-to-Z reference guide is both informative and entertaining. Covering tail types, breeding, molting, communication, and much more, Gail Damerow provides answers to all of your chicken questions and quandaries. Even seasoned chicken farmers are sure to discover new information about the multifaceted world of these fascinating birds.