Features of black hens

There are many breeds of chickens, so they are classified according to such characteristics as price, number of eggs per year, weight, climate adaptability of young and adult birds. External signs are also important: plumage, color of eggs, shape of the comb, appearance of chickens. All these features helped to divide the breeds of chickens into meat, meat and egg, egg, decorative and fighting. Breeds of black hens are no less popular than white or variegated. Each breed has its own characteristics and its shortcomings.To understand how black and white hens differ and which breed is more profitable, you need to know about the smallest features of the distinctive features.

Black hen breeds

Today, there are about 700 breeds of chickens and their most diverse hybrids. In Russia, on average, about 100 breeds of different colors, groups and sizes are found. Every year, some species disappear. Due to the fact that the household goes by the wayside, farms and poultry farms are becoming smaller. Unnatural and broiler products begin to dominate in the city.

Moscow black breed of chickens

Moscow black chicken has a large weight, gives tasty meat, it has a high level of egg laying .

Young growth is healthy and unpretentious to the conditions of maintenance and feeding.

It is interesting that the representatives of this breed have relatives – Moscow white hens, which were bred in the mid-60s with similar characteristics.

The breed itself is quiet and resistant to various stresses. It gives a lot of eggs a year, as a result, you can get a lot of delicious chicken meat at the exit. The breed is universal, unpretentious, and this is the main reason why farmers keep it.

The appearance of the birds is very elegant and decorative. Moscow black has the following characteristics:

1. The size is small, with a broad back and an elongated body.
2. A lush black mane on a thick but short neck. Beak is large black, large eyes are ocher in color. The crest does not fall, the teeth are clearly separated.
3. The legs are not short, dark gray shades prevail among roosters, but black – in hens.
4. Wings are medium-sized, abundantly covered with plumage.
5. The color of the females is pure black, with iridescent copper plumage on the neck. In males, buffy shades prevail in the upper body and on the wings. Emerald color shimmer in the lower abdomen and chest.

The nature of the birds is adequate, they take root in any area, unpretentious. They start racing early: from 5 months. 180 eggs of light brown color are produced per year. There is no instinct in chickens to hatch eggs on their own, therefore, if you breed this breed further, you will need at least one incubator .

The live weight of the chicken is up to 2.7 kg, roosters weigh 1 kg more: 3.7 kg. The meat is juicy and much better than ordinary poultry. To increase the herd, they take not the most difficult birds, otherwise the egg production decreases. Small chickens must be taken in order to increase weight during the incubation process.

Pantsirevskaya breed of hens

The Pantsirevskaya breed was bred in 1960. It has a record high egg production and a large mass. Distributed in eastern Europe. It belongs to the most revered in its qualities and features.

The appearance of such chickens is no different. They have black plumage, a beautiful erect crest, a short neck with a small head and developed wings. Roosters look like real beauties: a long large tail, powerful legs, a deep developed chest and a beautiful comb with separated teeth.

The birds are quiet, but hardy. They quickly acclimatize, feel comfortable in any eastern territory. Very neat and easy to get along with other poultry. Egg production is one of the highest: 250 eggs per year. Feathered give the same hardy young growth. The meat and eggs have a rich, but delicate taste.

Breed Russian black bearded

Russian black bearded breed, which is also called lordly, has an unusual color and appearance. It was bred at the end of the twentieth century.It is characterized by a high level of egg laying, has tasty meat, but now it has become increasingly bred as a decorative breed .

The appearance of chickens differs from ordinary breeds. The head is large, with a small but thick beak. The tail is gray-black in color and has a slight bend. The eyes are large with a brown iris. The crest is medium in size, without pronounced teeth. The earrings are long, like a beard in the form of an arc. She is very heavy and ends in the middle of the neck. The tail is beautiful, a little combed, as on the neck. The body itself is small, but with a broad back. Chickens are similar in appearance to roosters, but look more feminine.

The peculiarity of such a breed of black chickens as Russian Bearded is that it adapts very easily to any climate, especially to such a cold climate as in Russia. Due to the frost resistance of these birds, you can not greatly insulate the chicken coop. Walking should be constant: they are freedom-loving birds, they need a lot of space.

Pets get along easily with representatives of other breeds and even species, they are non-aggressive, calm, loving. Up to 220 eggs are produced per year, but it all depends on proper nutrition and maintenance. The eggs are medium-sized, light brown.

These chickens also have drawbacks: it is better to breed chickens in the spring, as they can lean for a long time and can simply freeze. The body of young animals is vulnerable, so you need to monitor the diet and follow all maintenance rules.

Appearance of hens of the Brama Dark breed is truly royal. The hen differs from the rooster in appearance: it has a round forehead, a wide open chest, a strong yellowish beak, a long neck, but small eyes, a tail looking upwards and long strong legs covered with feathers. The plumage is magnificent, gray, but not very dense. This breed is different from others. In roosters, the color and structure of the body is similar to that of hens, but the back and shoulders are silver. The rest of the body is covered with black plumage with a green tint. That is why such a breed is bought most often and is very popular among poultry farmers.

Ayam Chemani chicken breed

The most famous black breed of chicken. Belongs to rare and decorative breeds. The main difference from any other type of chicken is that their internal organ and bones are also black, like their skin, plumage, beak and comb.Ayam Chemani bred in Indonesia, and the name of the breed translates as “black chicken.” The level of egg production is average, but the meat is very tasty. Due to its decorative appearance, the breed is among the rare ones; buying chickens will cost $ 200-300 in Indonesia. In other countries, the price may rise 10 times.

The appearance of the birds is unique. They are completely black. Their beak, wings, scallop, meat, skin and even bones are black.

Ayam Chemani are miniature in size. A rooster can weigh up to 3 kg. Egg production is low, up to 100 eggs per year weighing 50 g each. Unpretentious birds, appreciated for their appearance and taste. The breed is rare, but original. That is why farmers are increasingly starting to buy and breed Ayam Chemani.

Yurlovskaya vocal breed of chickens

Yurlovskaya vocal breed – a breed that is on the list of the oldest. Bred in the central part of Russia over 2 centuries ago. Birds can lay eggs and produce meat. What breeds were crossed is unknown, but it is believed that they included fighting. This is hinted at by the appearance of Yurlov’s vociferous: elongated posture and highly developed superciliary arches. The bird looks stern and belligerent.

The main advantage of the breed Yurlovskaya vocal is its live weight and egg size. Egg production per year is average: 170 pieces. One egg weighs more than 85 g, the color is dark brown. The mass of birds is from 4 to 4.5 kg.Chickens hatch well, with good nutrition and care 90% reach adulthood. The meat of the birds is very juicy and tasty.

Their feature is a powerful, strong body and tail, similar to squirrel. A long neck, a small head, in roosters – a raised and rounded body. The superciliary arches, which are highly developed, give a harsh look. The plumage may be black with dark brown spots.

In the content, these birds are more whimsical compared to the above breeds. Yurlovskaya vocal – an aggressive and unstable bird. It is better to give her a separate chicken coop , with a spacious territory for walking. Such a bird does not get along well with other birds because of its peculiar character. Representatives of the variety are freedom-loving, nimble and active in their liking.

Conclusion

There are many different breeds in the world, they are all different in some ways, and in some ways similar . Each farmer, choosing one or another breed of chickens, will be based not only on its appearance, but also on which group of productivity the breed belongs to, what is its level of egg production, live weight, how winged get along with other birds. How to breed one or another bird, what conditions are needed, what to feed and what additives to give.

It is necessary to take into account the climate in which the individual will live, how she is acclimatized to him, what her state of health and mood are. All these breeds are different, but unique in their own way.For some, the main thing is the productivity of the hens, and for some – the decorativeness, decoration of the yard. Which breed to choose depends solely on personal preferences.