
Everything you need to know about: SILKIES! - BackYard Chickens
Jul 19, 2017 · These are eggs from a silkie. Silkies appear in two distinct varieties: bearded and non-bearded. Bearded Silkies have an extra muff of feathers under the beak area that covers …
Silkie Myths and Facts - BackYard Chickens
Dec 10, 2020 · 1. Silkie or Silky? Their is often a lot of confusion here. The true name is silkie, but if you call them silky most people will understand. Silkies used to be called the Chinese Silk …
Silkies 101 | BackYard Chickens - Learn How to Raise Chickens
Jan 11, 2012 · Silkie FAQ's Below are some of the most commonly asked questions in regards to Silkies. The answers are based on my personal knowledge and experience, and are by no …
Silkie | BackYard Chickens - Learn How to Raise Chickens
May 15, 2017 · The silkie chicken was developed in the southeast asian countries or china.It was valued as a medicinal food item because of its black skin and bones
All about Silkies! | BackYard Chickens - Learn How to Raise Chickens
Jun 18, 2023 · black silkie rooster Silkies are a common breed among backyard flocks, and personally one of my favorite breeds of chickens. With such unique features it's hard to …
APA Silkie Chicken Colors - BackYard Chickens
Jan 18, 2025 · Silkie chickens are the sweet fluff balls of chickens. Their docile personality and stunning looks, capture the hearts of many people around the world. However, as chicks, the …
Silkie Rooster vs Hen: How To Tell Them Apart - BackYard Chickens
Aug 17, 2022 · As silkie chickens mature, they develop differences between them because they are sexually dimorphic. Below is what you need to know about the silkie hen vs rooster.
What is a Satin chicken? - BackYard Chickens
Apr 17, 2019 · a "satin" is a bird who was originally a silkie cross (usually bantam cochin/pekin) then bred back to the silkie standard minus the feather type. A lot of long time breeders are …
Silkie Eggs: All You Need To Know And More - BackYard Chickens
Aug 17, 2022 · Silkie chicken eggs are safe to eat. Due to the fact that Silkies love to free range and find all kinds of insects and greenery, they taste pretty good. This is beneficial for eggs, …
Bathing Silkies: How To Keep Them Bright & Fluffy!
Sep 8, 2019 · Bathing Silkies: How To Keep Them Bright & Fluffy! Do you have a Silkie that's looking grubby? Maybe you think your Silkie looks 'flat' rather than the typical poofy fluff ball …