Chickens and Roosters

No. That's not possible because chicken and duck are two different races (biological meaning). This is the same thing for a human and a monkey !

There are many reports of these crossing but most are not recent. They come from the late 1800's and early 1900's.

Many times these birds will be friends and appear to mate but there has been no DNA work to prove it one way or the other.

Not much is visible through candling for the first week. Some dark shadows will appear by day 7.

Follow the link below in related links for a good series of pictures of a developing chick.

Note: this link is not for view by the squeamish. Each picture represents a 24 hour period in the development inside the egg shell.

Yes, he named him "Cock-a-Doodle-Doo"!

chicken farm lad

At the first sign of infection, a trip to the Dr. is warranted.

A spur injury is a puncture wound, and rooster's spurs have all sorts of bacteria and grossness on them. Depending on the depth of the injury, it could be too deep to clean properly with standard 1st aid items.

Yes! They can live with many other kinds of animals. I would recommend that you not put them with Guinea Hens, or Ducks though. The guinea hens stress chickens out so that they stop laying eggs, and ducks can carry several diseases that, while not bad for the ducks, are fatal to chickens.

Bluebelle's are a hybrid chicken, and yes they lay eggs.

A creamy brown in colour and around 240 or so in their first year of lay.

Bluebelles are a large Maran hybrid, and as such reach POL (The point at which they start laying) often much later than other breeds. For example - if you had purchased a Warren a Bluebelle and a Light Sussex, your Warren is likely to start laying around 16 - 18 weeks, the Sussex around 18 - 20 weeks and your Bluebelle between 18 and 26 weeks. Weather, food quality, access to fresh water etc. also have a huge influence over your birds egg production.

You can keep them in the fridge.

In the carton they came in, also. NOT in those egg slots built into some fridges. The cartons will protect them from breakage , and keep them on the midle shelf. Top shelf is too cold, and bottom shelf shoul be for meat or anything that might leak and contaminate anything underneath.

Eggs sold in stores are typically unfertilized, meaning they will not develop into chicks even if incubated. Only fertilized eggs contain the genetic material needed for embryonic development and hatching. Commercially produced eggs for consumption are not fertilized.

Monitor your puppy for signs of distress such as vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy. If any of these symptoms occur, take your puppy to the vet immediately for evaluation and potential treatment to prevent any internal injury from the bone. It's important to keep small bones and hazardous items out of reach of pets in the future to prevent such incidents.

well it depends if the chicken is taking care of it it will stay fertile if the mom chicken is not then you should take the eggs and hhatch them yourself they will die at night when it is cold if the mom is not taking care of them

Bantam roosters typically live between 5 to 8 years, but some can live up to 10 years with proper care and environment. Factors like genetics, diet, and living conditions can influence their lifespan.

If you're referring to the span of time during a human female's somewhat monthly reproductive cycle when she is most sexually aroused, the span of the cycle during which her vagina is most easily aroused and most naturally lubricated, then yes, and it is natural, but it is not called "going into heat." The common reference to this process for female humans is referred to as the three day period before ovulation. That is the span of the monthly cycle during which a human female's sex hormones peak causing her to sometimes surprise herself and do things she would never otherwise consider doing when sex hormone levels are much lower. All female mammals, humans included, go through this instinctive reproductive process.

Pale Combs in poultry are an indication of poor blood circulation. Many conditions can cause poor circulation and it depends on what exactly is ailing your bird. A good first check would be to look for parasites either on the bird (near the vent) or in the wood of the coop/ roost. Heavy parasite infestation, either external or internal (such as worms) can cause anemia. Stress tends to aggravate conditions such as this. Consult your local poultry extension specialist or call Penn State, Uconn or other credible agricultural colleges for further guidance.

Most healthy wing clipped chickens can manage a few feet. It all depends on how heavy the bird is. Wing clipping just really curtails sustained flight. A frightened chicken with wings flapping and running can still manage some flight even when its wings are clipped.

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) is responsible for grading eggs in the United States. They assign grades based on factors such as shell quality, yolk firmness, and the size of the air cell.

Poultry, specifically broiler chickens, are often considered one of the most profitable farm animals due to their relatively low cost to raise, short production cycle, and high demand for their meat. Additionally, has a high feed conversion rate, meaning they convert food into body weight efficiently.

Oh it IS.

It is one of the biggest economic sources out there. Major food companies (McDonald's, Burger King, etc...) make a handsome profit off of chicken. I don't know where you got the idea that free range chicken farming isn't economically viable, but just take this from someone who lives in the poultry capital of the WORLD. It is, and probably aways will be, one of the most profitable markets out there.

Male chicks are often culled after hatching in the egg industry because they do not lay eggs and are not suitable for meat production due to their slower growth rate compared to specialized broiler chickens. Some male chicks may be used for animal feed, pet food, or composting. Alternatives to culling, such as sexing techniques before hatching or using them for alternative purposes, are being explored by some farms.

Movement in a chicken's foot is produced by the contraction and relaxation of muscles. These muscles are controlled by nerve impulses from the brain and spinal cord, which stimulate the specific muscles to contract or relax, enabling the chicken to move its foot and claws. The muscles work together to create various movements, allowing the chicken to walk, scratch, grasp objects, and perform other necessary functions.

Papain is an enzyme found in papaya that can act as a tenderizer for chicken meat. It works by breaking down the proteins in the meat, making it more tender. Adding papain to a marinade or rub can help to tenderize the chicken before cooking.

Three form of albumen surround the yolk. The first part of the albumen is added in the Magnum where the inner and out shell membranes are deposited. A small amount of thin albumen and mineral salts are deposited around the yolk.

The majority of albumen is formed in the Isthmus. It is here that Albumen or egg white is secreted and layered around the yolk and the protein strands called Chalazae are attached to the yolk and albumen. Finally, as the eggs reaches the shell gland or uterus, more water is added to the outer edge of the albumen making the outer edge more liquid than the mid and inner albumen.

No Eggs you buy at the store have not been fertilized. Hens used to produce eggs for mass marketing never see a rooster. If you buy organic eggs there is a chance they are fertilized but most farms are careful not to allow the eggs to begin development. It takes from 36 to 72 hours for changes to take place in a fertile egg. Temperature and humidity must be correct and refrigerated eggs cannot start to become chicks.

There are two mythical creatures that are described as having a rooster's head and the tail of a snake. They are the basilisk and the cockatrice.

The process you are describing is typically done in chicken processing plants as part of the slaughtering process. Chickens are usually killed by methods such as electric stunning or throat-slitting, then they are immersed in hot water to loosen feathers for feather removal. After this, a machine called a plucker is used to remove the feathers, partially skinning the chicken in the process.