Modern poultry farmers in the process of breeding chickens in the courtyard, often prefer the meat-egg direction. Such birds have high productivity, in addition, they carry good eggs and have high-quality meat.
The breed Amroks is especially popular with Russian farmers. The cultivation of these wonderful birds and the care of them will be discussed in this article.
Description
The beak is often yellow, it is upright. Often has from 5 to 7 teeth, painted red. The first and last are narrower and lower. The tooth, located behind, runs parallel to the back of the head. The head of the cocks is large, it is proportional to the body.
And the hens' eyes are dark brown - this is how this breed can be distinguished.. The backs of cocks are large and wide, they often form a semicircle with the tail and head.
As for the tail, it is of medium size and is located at an angle of 45 degrees. It has feathers of magnificent type and color of speckled color. The breast of the individuals is large, it is convex and has a beautiful plumage.
The wings are small, they fit snugly to the body. Hocks and heads are rather wide apart - they have an oblong shape. The plaques have a yellow or hot pink color.
Amrox chickens have the same description as roosters. But, there are some nuances that must be taken into account - the tail is not so wide and shorter wings. On the beak can be a dark shade. As for the bands on the body, the chickens have more white stripes than black ones. Roosters are the opposite.
Photos of the breed
Chicks of this breed have thick plumage adjacent to the body. They are characterized by dark color and small patches of white on the abdomen.
How to determine the sex?
TIP: One of the best ways to determine the sex of a chicken is to inspect its wings. When the individuals are 3 days old, the wings of the males become lighter compared to the hens. After the color of the feathers changes.
You can also use the method known to our ancestors. To find out the chicken or the cockerel, you need to delay the wing of the baby, and then straighten and carefully consider.
Be sure to pay attention to the presence of flight feathers.. In girls, they will be thicker and a little longer. Visually, it all looks like a feather alternation.
A different picture can be observed in cockerels - feathers are visible in a row on a drawn wing.
Another simple way to determine gender is as follows.:
- Chicks need to take the legs.
- After it should be turned upside down.
If he pulls his head in the shoulders, it means that this is a chicken. And if he starts turning it, it means that it is a cockerel. This method is very simple, but it is not always reliable. The above methods will more accurately help you to distinguish boys from girls.
Conditions of detention
Rapid growth and accelerated adaptation to environmental conditions makes this breed very popular. Amroks adapt well to any conditions and are considered unpretentious..
Beginner poultry enthusiasts will be able to grow such birds without much difficulty. However, their main task is also to ensure good conditions of detention.
Requirements for the coop following:
- Chickens are bad for dampness, so it should be dry.
- It is important to do natural ventilation to avoid the formation of mold and viruses.
- The floor must be disinfected from time to time with lime or peat.
- In the open access should be ash with sand. Swimming in such a mixture, individuals can get rid of parasites on feathers.
Feeding and watering
To the diet, these layers are unpretentious. It is important to create a varied and full menu. It should include vegetables, greens, eggshells, dairy products. Birds must have access to clean water. Drinkers are placed on the territory of walking.
The composition of the feed must include shell and chalk. According to reviews of experienced poultry farmers, so they will grow more intensively.
IMPORTANT: The diet also plays a big role, as it affects the taste qualities of eggs and meat.
Growing points
Pay attention to the following subtleties of growing:
Because of their size, chickens like nests of a low type. If they are too high, they will start to be carried to the floor. The height of the nests should not be higher than 0.5 meters.- It makes no sense to keep layers for more than two years. They start to carry few eggs and start to get sick often.
- In chickens, which are well carried, bright paws, as the whole pigment goes into the shell of eggs. If the female has yellow legs, this is a marriage.
- In spring and summer, chickens are often carried, so their eggs are smaller. You can add nettle and protein to your feed to make it bigger. By releasing them for grazing, Amroks will independently enrich their diet.
- If eggs have a fragile shell, it means that chickens lack phosphorus. Egg can be poorly mastered and
be poor quality. To avoid this, add fish or bone meal to your feed.
Because of their size, chickens like nests of a low type. If they are too high, they will start to be carried to the floor. The height of the nests should not be higher than 0.5 meters.Conclusion
In conclusion, it is worth noting that such a breed of chickens is an excellent solution for both small farms and for production breeding. Following the tips, you will be able to grow healthy individuals for meat and get a large number of eggs for yourself and for sale.
