Alberto Ray

Single Comb Buff Leghorns The Leghorn is an egg-type chicken with yellow skin. Primarily used for eggs, the breed can also be used for meat.… Read More »What Breed Of Chicken Has Yellow Skin?

The vast majority of those organic chickens are fed a ration of corn and soy beans that is supplemented with a synthetic version of methionine.… Read More »Are Organic Chickens Fed Corn?

Breeds that are excellent foragers include Ameraucana, Ancona, Andalusian, Buckeye, Egyptian Fayoumi, Golden Comet, Hamburg, Old English Game, and Welsumer. Jersey Giants are also good… Read More »What Is The Best Free-Range Chicken?

When your hen is ready to lay an egg, she will sit on her nest and may be seen straining slightly. Some hens will also… Read More »How Do You Know A Chicken Is About To Lay An Egg?

Summary. Generally, you should expect hybrid breeds to live between 2- 4 years; this will vary from bird to bird. Heritage hens are more likely… Read More »How Long Do Yellow Chickens Live?

Chickens fed exclusively corn (or mostly corn) have the most yellow skin. You should usually find a label on the chicken meat packet, stating whether… Read More »Why Is My Chicken Bright Yellow?

When your hen is egg bound, your hen may appear weak, show no interest in moving or eating, have a “panting” respiratory rate, and may… Read More »What Does A Egg Bound Chicken Look Like?

Squatting is often a sign that your hen has reached maturity. She is signaling that she is ready to lay eggs, and she may very… Read More »Do Chickens Squat When They Lay Eggs?