I like the Barred Rocks, and they seem to do okay in the Georgia summers. But I've decided to diversify a little, and I'm trying out the Delaware breed. They were developed as meat birds, but are good layers, as well. Even though they were originally intended as a meat breed, they don't have the short lifespan issues that the more modern Cornish Cross birds do. So we'll see how it goes.
These were stereotypical yellow puffballs on arrival, and feathered out quickly.
One week old:
Two weeks old:
Three weeks old:
Four weeks old (and outside in a tractor):
They grow up so fast...😢
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