Rare breeds of chickens, such as the Andalusian blue, are of particular value among enthusiastic breeders. They are characterized by an unusual appearance and good productivity. This breed is difficult to find in the yard of the neighbors, so many breeders are trying to become happy owners of at least a small herd of Andalusian blue chickens.
The first Andalusian blue chickens were obtained in Spain. For their breeding, Minorca’s black and white were used, which were bred with blue fighting cocks. This was done in order to get a beautiful blue color with good meat and egg productivity.
Now this breed of chickens is bred only on the territory of breeding farms. Professional breeders try to maintain the poultry population, as it represents a certain genetic interest among specialists.
Breed description Andalusian blue
Roes of Andalusian blue breed have a long, strong and very beautiful body. It has an elongated and broad head with a large, prominent forehead. The beak of a rooster is very strong, slightly curved towards the end, painted gray.
The comb of the rooster is single, very large, standing straight. On it teeth are well visible. The face of the bird is covered with short bristly feathers and has a red color. Eyes can be either brown or yellow-red. Ear lobes have the shape of a light-colored oval. The earrings of the rooster are long and wide, but very delicate to the touch.
The neck of the rooster is elongated, slightly bending towards the head. The chest is full and wide, well rounded. The back is the same wide, but it has a slight slope to the tail. Covered with thick plumage.
The wings are long, high, almost on the back of the bird. They fit well against the body of a rooster. The tail is very well developed, slightly bends back. The rooster Andalusian blue clearly shows long braids.
The hen of Andalusian blue breed is characterized by a crest piled on its side. All other signs of the breed, except for the main genital, are the same as that of the rooster.
Unacceptable breed defects any malformations of the crest, the rough surface of the ear lobes, the presence of a light white bloom on the face, and also the white legs of an adult bird are considered.
Rude flaws breeds consider the complete absence of a pattern on the plumage of a chicken, a standing tail too steep, a twisted and folded comb. Also inadmissible signs are a pale face, completely black color of plumage, and also a small red coating on feathers.
Features
The Andalusian breed of chickens attracts breeders with its unusual color. Blue plumage has long been valued among lovers of chickens, so this breed remains in demand among professional farmers and breeders. Such a chicken can easily become the perfect decoration for any private courtyard, therefore, it is well suited for small land or a private house.
These chickens are characterized by relatively good egg production. They can lay up to 180 eggs per year. This is quite a large number, as for meat and egg breed with a decorative appearance. In addition, Andalusian chickens are the best source of tender meat.
Unfortunately, the habits of this breed have a very poorly developed maternal instinct. This fact impedes the normal breeding of the breed among amateurs, therefore it is better to deal with professionals who really know their business.
Content and cultivation
Particular attention should be paid to feeding the young. Chickens of this breed are perfectly adapted to eating large amounts of high protein feed. That is why they can be fed any mill and grain waste, meat, scrapped, small potatoes, roots, as well as green greens. At the same time, chickens should definitely receive up to 30 g of fresh greens per head per day.
At different times of the year, Andalusian chickens need to be fed in different ways.. In summer, the bird can be fed with wet mixtures containing copious amounts of green impurities. In winter, it is better to feed chickens with combined feed with grass meal. Usually such feed is prepared on water or broth from meat or fish waste.
While feeding the young of this breed with wet food, it is necessary to ensure that the chickens can eat all the food in half an hour. If they eat the "mash" faster, then the amount of feed can be increased. If feed remains continue to lie in the feeders, then it must be removed, since wet food is an ideal breeding ground for various pathogenic bacteria.
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The usefulness of feeding can be checked by the mass of the young. At the age of one month it should reach 250 g, 3 months - 1.2-1.3 kg, 150 days - 2 kg. If the chickens are lagging behind in mass, it means that they do not get enough food or feel a lack of protein.
The rest of the content of Andalusian chickens is very similar to the content of other meat and egg breeds.
Specifications
On average, live weight of chickens reaches 2 kg, and roosters - 2.5 kg. This breed of chickens in the first year of its productivity can produce up to 180 eggs. At the same time, the eggs are rather large: their weight practically reaches 60 g.
Chickens reach sexual maturity at the age of six months, so they manage to lay many eggs. On average, the survival rate of young stock is 93%, and adults - 87%.
Where can I buy in Russia?
- Buy chickens, hatching eggs and even ready-made carcasses of Andalusian blue chickens on the farm "Kurkurovo". It is located at Moscow Region, Lykhovitsky District, Kyrovo Village, 33. There you can also see other chickens. You can find out the current price and availability of poultry by calling +7 (985) 200-70-00.
- Also, this breed of chickens can be purchased at a private farm "Fun ripple". It is located in the city of Kurgan at Omskaya Street, 144. To find out the current cost of hatching eggs and day-old chicks, please call +7 (919) 575-16-61.
- "Andalusian blue breed hatching eggs is engaged in the sale of"Bird village". The farm is located in the Yaroslavl region, 140 km from Moscow. For more information on the presence of eggs, please call +7 (916) 795-66-55.
Analogs
An analogue of the breed can be called Minorok chickens. They were used to produce the Andalusian blue breed. They were bred by breeders on the islands of the Mediterranean. The bird is growing rapidly and gives a good number of eggs, but it is difficult to maintain. This Mediterranean breed of chickens does not tolerate harsh winters, so it needs a reliable chicken house. It should be well heated so that the birds do not suffer from constant hypothermia.
Conclusion
The Andalusian blue breed of chickens is of great interest for fans of unusual chickens. Birds of this breed have unusual plumage color, good egg production and good meat. However, nonprofessionals may experience difficulties during breeding, as in mother hens the maternal instinct is poorly developed.
