the comb on our Turken is just starting to come in, we will post a pic soon. Our friends just to our south have reordered chickens following the "Devastation in Dewar" earlier this spring, with their order they also received a Turken. It seems to be a breed growing in popularity in our part of Oklahoma!
For those unfamiliar with the breed, here is a description:
Half chicken and half turkey? No, the Turken is all chicken but unique because of its turkey-like bare neck, less than normal feathering around the breast, under the wings, and around the vent. In spite of the feather shortage, Turkens stand cold weather very well, are good layers of brown eggs, and grow to 6 pounds or more, making a fine eating bird. The hens are also good setters. The origin of this breed is uncertain but more recent development in Eastern Europe gave them the name Transylvanian Naked Necks. They are now standardized for show in White, Black, Buff, and Red. We have purposely kept our Turken flocks mixed in color (including silver) for a more colorful and distinctive offspring. Baby chicks hatch with bare necks and are easily identified.
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Time to save egg cartons for the Craymer Fam !!
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