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Calling all chicken experts! Anyone know the difference between and Australop and Jersey Giant chicks?

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I have a group of chickens, and five of then are Jersey Giants but I can't figure out which ones.

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  1. not sure you will be able to tell when they are young..

    eventually the Australorps will get greenish shine on their feather.. and the Jersey Giants will be overall larger

    http://www.gomestic.com/Pets/Pet-Chicken...


  2. The Australorp is an Australian chicken breed. It is a large, soft-feathered bird with glossy black feathers and a lustrous green sheen. It is hardy, docile and a good egg-layer as well as meat bird. The bird's single comb is moderately large and upright, with five distinct points.

    The Jersey Giant is a breed of chicken known the tremendous weights adults can achieve. Jersey Giants are one of the heaviest breeds of chickens. c***s roll in at an average of 13 lb. and hens hold 10 lb. These sturdy chickens originated in the state of New Jersey.

    The Black Jersey Giants were pronounced a breed in 1922 by the American Standard of Perfection. White Jersey Giants arrived many years later during the year 1947. The Black Jersey Giants are averaging a pound heavier than the White Jersey Giants. These thunderous chickens are bred for their size and meat. They have brown to dark brown eggshells. These heavy chickens have been known to chase off coyotes according to some stories. There is also a newer color known as the "Blue

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