Yes, that's right, she's a bearded lady, and she wears that thing with pride. most Silkies are bearded and have a little extra tuft of fluffy loveliness under their beak. White Silkies are by far the most popular of these variants, probably because they look like little snowballs.Įach of these color variants can be found in a bearded or non-bearded variety. Other color variants include Red, Gray, Lavender and Cuckoo, but they're not officially accepted yet. There are ten commonly acknowledged colors of Silkie chicken, although the American Poultry Association (APA), accepts only six of these: What Are the Recognised Variations of Silkie Chicken? They're literally little bundles of specialness. Silkies even have uniquely turquoise earlobes! No need for earrings. Six-toed Silkies have been seen about town, but they wouldn't be accepted by breed standards. Polydactyly – or extra digits – is expected as a breed standard, so long as the funky fifth toe grows directly off the fourth. That won't sound weird if you're new to keeping chickens, but as all other breeds have four toes, it is. Oh, and they have bonus toes! Silkie chickens have five toes. The rare melanism in Silkie's connective tissues is caused by fibromelanosis: a mutation believed to come from Asia. Silkies also have rare dark blue or black skin hidden underneath all their fluff. Their nurturing nature and affectionate personalities are another reason we're so drawn to them (but mainly it's 'cos they're so cute). You absolutely should judge this birdy book by its cover as Silkies are as soft on the inside as they are on the outside. Their characteristic fluffy, down-like feathers are the reason they're called silkies: they're silly-soft to touch. Silkies stand out from the chicken crowd in every way. It's my pleasure to introduce you to the cutest, cuddliest, kindest mama in the coop. How Do Other Chicken Keepers Rate Silkie Chickens?.Why Shouldn't I Chose a Silkie Chicken?.Is The Silkie the Right Chicken Breed for Me?.Which Breeds of Chicken are Calm Natured?.Do Silkie Chickens Mix Well with Other Breeds?.Are Silkie Chickens Suitable for Beginners?.What's the Silkie Chicken Breed Standard?.What Are the Recognised Variations of Silkie Chicken?.IYKYK (if you know, you know), and if you don’t press play for a laugh!Ĭontents and Quick Navigation Meet the Silkie: The best way I can think of to describe this breed is with the reference to 'It's so fluffy I'm Gonna Die' scene from despicable me. Give her an egg, or a golf ball, and she'll plonk her booty on it! If you're looking at smaller chooks, I'm guessing egg yield isn't at the top of your wish list anyway? Silkies are however the most maternal mini mamas imaginable. In the interest of being balanced (I'm not – see above - I'm team Silkie) this breed won't lay as many eggs as other chickens out there. Why? Because they are wonderfully unique in every way. Even the questionable folk of the world who don't share our love of livestock can recognize a Silkie from any other chicken breed. Some people aren't that into chickens…I know. They're super-affectionate, easy to handle, low maintenance, and divine to look at. Silkies are the fluffiest, friendliest little bantam beauties on the block. They're just SO FLUFFY! Who doesn't want one of these loveable little ground clouds tottering around their feet seeking out snuggles and snacks?
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