Search results for query: *

I replenished my dwindling flocks (1 bantam, 1 large fowl) around the first of June. They are from different sources, Ideal and Hoover, but all 14 bantams are 7 weeks old, give or take a day or two. I could identify most of them, but I got help with the first one on here earlier. I was told...

I haven't posted in a while, almost forgot how. I am starting a new little flock of bantams, mostly for my grandkids to enjoy. I bought 5 straight run mixed breed bantams from Ideal and 5 from Hoover when I ordered some new standard hens. I recognized all but 2 breeds; the sex is not really...

So far I've had 2 of 6 pullets from Tractor Supply turn out to be Roos. I was in denial about the Amberlink in particular and it took 4-5 Backyard Chickeners to force me to face what I suspected. So...here's another one at 7 weeks. This EE from Ideal has a suspiciously roostery tail and is...

I'm afraid one of my Amberlink pullets isn't. Been telling myself that this bird is just the head hen, and that is why she is so "developed." There were only supposed to be pullets available, but.... I just went out to move them from their playpen back into their coop. The three in the first...

A few weeks ago I could not resist adding a few mixed bantams from TSC. I was familiar with most of the breeds via their full size versions, but this one is not quite like anything I've had before. 5 weeks old, clean legs, more "relaxed" than most of its pen mates. I would love it if someone...

Happy Spring! This is my second go around with chickens after keeping them for several years. I am starting a new flock after a lengthy hiatus and was pleased to find this site. I have twenty-six 3 week old chicks, some of my old favorites (Salmon Faverolles, Rhode Island Reds, Gold Laced...