That sounds like a realistic prediction. I have eaten various chickens. By far the best chicken I ever ate was an eight month old Rhode Island Red hen. Eating her was an accident. Who wants to eat a good laying hen? She thought it was a great idea to get in the dog pen and play with my dog...
I understand. We have a mix of backyard breeders here though. Some don't like the idea of eating their pet chickens. Personally I think that is what makes chickens a better pet than a dog or a cat. If they are ever too much trouble or they just don't quite fit in with your plans you can always...
I have heard that they have black skin and possibly black meat. I once had an old silkie rooster mix that I wanted to eat but thought his meat would be tougher than an old shoe. I have never had the experience of dining on a silkie chicken. They are classified as bantams so I assume there isn't...