Chickens are bred for meat and eggs almost all over the world. During the selection, a huge number of breeds were bred, each of which differs from the others in unique, inherent only to it features. The bare-necked breed of chickens (naked neck) is one of the most popular, and for good reason. A short but succinct description of the breed will show breeders why they need to choose a neck for their farm.
Chicken breed
Appearance and pedigree
As you know, they are met by clothes - escorted by the mind. Wise words also apply to the choice of the Hairless breed of chickens.
Typically, the description should begin with a history of origin, but there is nothing to say: the origin of the nappies is shrouded in mystery. More or less reliably, it is only known that the bird came to Russia from Romania and Hungary and that it was previously called Transylvanian. The hypothesis that she was bred in the homeland of Count Dracula is widespread among poultry houses. However, other countries, including Spain, claim the homeland of the breed.
You do not even need to look at the photo, it is enough to carefully read the name of the breed - Bare-necked chickens - in order to understand their most important external difference. Birds have a neat look and feel. The reason is the lack of feather follicles: it is from them that feathers grow. The feature lies in the genes and is inherited. The skin of the neck is red, with time it coarsens and acquires a more saturated color.
Neoprene is present on other parts of the bird's body, including under the wings and in the lower body. The more such non-feathered sections, the more thoroughbred the chicken is considered. Holoshey chickens have other interesting features:
- the head is medium in size, the comb is red;
- beak slightly curved, yellow;
- neck without feathers to the base, on its front part there may be a "bow", but not necessarily;
- rounded, well-developed breast and large belly;
- wings hanging down to the ground and not adhering to the body;
- very different color of plumage: black, white, red.
There are different forms of the breed: silk, brama and others. All varieties are good: black broiler birds are as good as colored ones.
Disadvantages that can lead to disqualification of the bird: black eyes and "face", black spots, feathers or yellow skin on the apterial areas, weak body. All this indicates either degeneration or insufficient pedigree breeding of naked chickens.
Productivity and other features
Most farmers do not raise chickens for fashion shows, but for delicious tender meat and eggs. The galosheka in this regard pleases the owners and those who are lucky to try it: her meat is very tasty, delicious, reminiscent of a turkey. One simple fact will help to prove the high taste of the bird: it was served on the tsar's table, and you cannot put anything on a plate for rulers.
The characteristic of productivity is as follows:
- A rooster on average weighs up to 3-4 kg, a female a little less.
- Layers begin to lay eggs from 6 months.
- In productivity, the hairless chicken is inferior to some other breeds. She gives an average of 160 eggs, but some specimens also bring 200 eggs per year.
- The mass of each egg is about 60 g.
- Survival is highest: 95% of chickens hatch from eggs.
Care for the galoshes
Needless to say, how important is bird care? Without it, the Bird of War is able to fall ill, wither, or refuse to rush. Feathered are unpretentious, therefore cultivation does not include any original rules. On the video you can see with your own eyes how to care for pets.
Here are some of the care rules:
- The content depends on the climate in the first place. In warm southern countries, birds live well under a simple canopy. Maintenance in the cold northern regions requires the construction of a warmed chicken coop, the average temperature in which is from 12 to 15 ° C.
- The content should also include a walking area where the Hairless Hen can stretch its legs.
- Pets eat almost everything, but it is advisable to feed them a balanced diet.
- Despite the lack of plumage, the Bare-necked hen easily survives frosts, but it is still recommended to monitor the temperature in the hen house and for drafts.
The reviews from the poultry houses are mostly positive. Chickens grow well, survive the winters perfectly, despite the exotic look - it is pleasant to work with them. The price is affordable. The choice is wide.
Hybrid forms are popular, such as sasso xl or Sasso t 751 (black), whose homeland is France. The French broiler, however, is intended for growing in warm and even hot regions.
Chickens are the flowers of life
A rooster can fertilize no more than 10 females. Birds rush relatively well, but you need to monitor the light regime. Lighting is required for egg production, without it in winter the chicken will be reluctant to lay. Maternal instinct is pronounced, but incubation is sometimes necessary. The eggs for incubation are selected clean and whole, without defects.
Artificial Cultivation Procedure
Daily chicks are sensitive to low temperatures. During the first days, the temperature should be kept up to 28 ° C, but every week it is required to lower it by 2-3 ° C, to 18 ° C. It is important to feed the winged ones regularly, and on days 4-5, introduce greens into the diet. Care for the young is the same as for the offspring of another chicken species.
Chickens with bare necks are not uncommon, as some farmers think, they are often bred, including on Russian farms.