List of poultry breeds/Modern Game
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Overview
Because Modern Game birds are not good egg producers and their meat is not exceptional, Modern Game are predominantly used for ornamental purposes only. With over eight varieties Modern Games originate from the UK. Due to the nature of their use, namely, for ornamental purposes it is essential to guarantee extra shelter and to assure that they receive plenty of exercise to maintain their slim and well postured appearance.
Appearance
- Black & Red
- Brown & Red
- Golden
- Silver
- Birchen
- Black
- White
Weight
| Rooster | 2.7 Kg |
| Hen | 2 Kg |
| Cockerel | 2.3 Kg |
| Pullet | 1. 8 Kg |
Eggs
White or lightly tinted
See also
- Poultry
- General tips for small scale poultry production
- Keeping Chickens - An Australian Guide (book)
- Show Poultry Handbook for schools
