Malay Minorca and Naked Neck

Malays are an ancient breed from Southeast Asia. They have been used in the creation of many breeds to add vitality for vigorous growth and good health. I sell most of mine as pets because of their unusual appearance and intelligence. They seem to be the smartest chicken breed. I teach mine some simple tricks which is quite remarkable considering their tiny brain. They are good at recognizing people and seldom forget the people who have tormented them in the past. The roosters are protective of the hens and chicks. They dont lay many eggs but the chicks are very healthy. Malays cornish aseels and shamos must have low roosts or else their legs will get injured. They have become rare with only a few people keeping this magnificent breed alive. My roosters weigh around eight pounds and the hens about five. Most have the black breasted red pattern. He can be aggressive around other roosters. Minorcas are wonderful layers of large to jumbo sized eggs that are chalk white. They do well both in the hen house or free range. Minorcas give me my largest and whitest eggs. They are the largest and most popular of the spanish breeds. A good breed for fryers since the flesh is fine grained and white. My roosters go about nine pounds and the hens eight. They lay right through the cold winter months. Because of the large comb they are unsuitable for northern climates in my opinion. They dont go broody so you will get plenty of eggs from this breed. A drafty hen house is okay for this breed. Lastly we shall take a good look at the naked neck or turken as some people say. Naked Necks are not a cross of the chicken and turkey. Their bare skin turns red when exposed to the sun. Breed must be given extra protection from the elements because of the lack of as many feathers. Turkens come from eastern europe. They make good mothers and lay fairly well. The breed is sure an attention getter. Many people have dropped by my house asking about these unique birds. Either you love them or hate them there isnt much middle ground with this fowl. Males eight to nine pounds and females six to seven.