What are 5 poultry breeds?

Araucana. The Araucana trait of laying blue or greenish eggs has persisted and now breeders are attempting to standardize the physical makeup of the population and gain them recognition as a breed.

Brahma.

Cochin.

Leghorn.

New Hampshire Red.

Old English Game.

Orpington.

Rhode Island Red.

Which chicken breed is best for eggs in Kenya?

Quick egg laying hens include Cherry Eggers,Indian Rivers,ISA Browns,Pearl Leghorns and Golden Comets. Other heritage breeds for quick eggs include:Red Caps. White-faced Black Spanish,Anconas and Minorcas. Such breeds can start laying at as early as 21weeks.

What are the 10 types of poultry?

Examples of Poultry Animals

• Chickens. Chickens provide an affordable source of protein.
• Turkeys. Turkeys are generally raised for meat, not for any eggs they might provide, though farmers will sell the eggs if they have a market for them.
• Waterfowl.
• Ratites.
• Others.

What are 3 popular breeds of poultry?

Here are 10 of the best chicken breeds for producing eggs.

1. Leghorn. Any discussion of the best egg-producing chickens must include the Leghorn.
2. Rhode Island Red.
3. Plymouth Rock.
4. Australorp.
5. Red Star.
6. Orpington.
7. Spanish (White-Faced Black Spanish)
8. Sussex.

Which chicken breed grows fastest?

Chantecler Chicken A dual-purpose breed, Chanteclers are some of the fastest-growing chickens, reaching butchering size in only 11 to 16 weeks. Hens also start laying eggs early, so you can still get some eggs from them before harvesting them for their meat.

How many eggs can a Kienyeji chicken lay?

If each of the 8 hens is given 12 eggs each then that is 96 eggs. Hatchability can be between 80 to 90 per cent. If the 90 per cent of the eggs hatch then we get 77-day old chicks.

What are the 9 types of poultry?

Different Types of Poultry:

• Chicken. Game Hens. Broiler/Fryer. Roaster. Capon. Fowl.
• Duck.
• Goose.
• Pigeon.
• Turkey.

What are the different breeds of poultry?

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What is the best breed of poultry?

10 of the Best Chicken Breeds for Eggs

1. Leghorn. Any discussion of the best egg-producing chickens must include the Leghorn.
2. Rhode Island Red.
3. Plymouth Rock.
4. Australorp.
5. Red Star.
6. Orpington.
7. Spanish (White-Faced Black Spanish)
8. Sussex.

What are the 3 breeds of poultry?

For simplicity, you can place them into three general categories: Laying, meat-producing and dual-purpose breeds.

• Laying Breeds: These breeds are known for their egg-laying capacity.
• Meat Breeds:
• Dual-Purpose Breeds:
• Turkeys, Game Birds and Other Poultry.

What is the best breed to be used for your poultry?

The best egg laying breeds tend to be the smaller bodied breeds such as Ancona, Leghorn and Minorca. The breed used the most for commercial egg laying is typically White Leghorns. These birds are intended to produce eggs at a higher rate. Commercial producers only keep layers for two years before replacing the hen.

How many months does a Kienyeji chicken take to mature?

approximately 3 months
The improved kienyeji chicken – this type of chicken is reared for meat production in Kenya. These chickens grow faster and are usually ready for market after approximately 3 months.

Is Omena good for chicken?

Quality of omena deteriorates when stored in hot weather and if you include high levels in your ration above 10 per cent, it will affect quality of poultry meat and eggs especially if contaminated. Ochonga can be a substitute for omena, but the thing is buy in kilos not small tins to get value.

What are the 6 major classes of poultry?

The 6 Classes of Chickens. Standard breeds of chickens are broken down into six (6) different classes. They are known as American, Asiatic, Continental, English, Mediterranean, and All Other Standard Breeds. Let’s explore the different classes and the common traits of these breeds that are a part of them.

What can I give my chickens to make them bigger?

How to Increase the Body Weight of Broilers & Cockerels

• Procure high-quality broiler chicks from reputable sources.
• Give them high-quality feed and clean water.
• Sort the broilers according to body size or weight.
• Avoid starving the broiler chickens.
• Use growth boosters or promoters.