Chicken

While they’re a relatively new development, the Bielefelder chickens seem to have already captured the hearts of chicken enthusiasts and fanciers all over the world, and for a good reason! These adorable feathered friends don’t just exude extraordinary beauty; they’re gentle giants whose larger-than-life disposition has made them one of the favorite options for backyard … Read more

Although they are officially known as the smallest chickens in the world, Serama Chickens have more character than almost any other breed. This modern Serama was developed quite recently, but their ancestors are said to go back to ancient times. The sizes of both the chickens and the eggs mean these birds are usually reared … Read more

Chickens can be very sensitive to hot weather. This is a concern with all the recent heat waves and higher average temperatures around the world. High temperatures can cause your chickens to become less active, lose their appetite, and produce fewer eggs. In more serious cases, these temperatures can lead to the death of your … Read more

Chicken water belly is characterized by the accumulation of fluid in the abdomens of chickens. The clinical name for this condition is ascites and it is usually a symptom of a serious underlying problem. Incidences of ascites have become more prevalent in recent years and affect poultry farms in many parts of the world. Depending … Read more

The humble egg is one of life’s real marvels and the world’s most versatile food. It takes 24 to 26 hours to develop, and a hen can lay up to 250 eggs per year. There are countless ways to prepare this natural nutritional powerhouse, both sweet and savory. In most cases, we use the unfertilized … Read more

Mille Fleur means a thousand flowers in French and if you ever get the privilege of seeing a Mille Fleur d’Uccle, the name will immediately make sense to you. Mille Fleur d’Uccle actually refers to a specific color variety of a breed of chickens. The story of this bird started in Europe sometime at the … Read more

Kadaknath chickens have attained an almost mythical reputation in the parts of India they originate from. This is largely attributed to a unique characteristic of their appearance, one that is extremely rare in chickens. Although their existence had not garnered much attention before, they have come to the world’s attention in a big way in … Read more

The ISA Brown has been around for just over 40 years, a short period of time compared to other chicken breeds and even some hybrids. However, it has already established itself globally as one of the best layers available. Unlike other chicken breeds you may have heard of, the development of the ISA Brown was … Read more

Highly productive, docile, and relatively hardy, Cinnamon Queen chickens have many things going for them. This is why they are highly recommended for beginners to backyard chicken keeping. Cinnamon Queens are not a heritage breed and are even younger than many well-known hybrids. However, the popularity of these chickens has been rising so fast that … Read more

Despite their diminutive stature, Sebright Chickens have a towering reputation, one that goes back all the way to the end of the 18th century. Despite not being the most utilitarian breed, these birds have remained popular throughout their existence. The plumage, size, and posture of the Sebright chicken are all striking. The combination of these … Read more