Silkie Poultry
A small ornamental bird with fur-like plumage and black skin; the classic broody hen.
Silkie facts
| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Ancient China | Wikipedia |
| Purpose | Ornamental and companion; widely used to hatch other breeds’ eggs | Wikipedia |
| Temperament | Calm, friendly and easy to handle | Wikipedia |
| Average Weight | 1.1–1.7 kgNote: Hens ≈1.1–1.4 kg; cocks ≈1.4–1.7 kg (European standard). | Wikipedia |
| Egg Production | 100–120 eggs/yearNote: Small cream eggs, ~2–3 a week; laying pauses often because the hen goes broody. | Wikipedia |
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