New life on the farm watch until the end. Our beautiful Silkie and her babies. * The Silkie (also known as the Silky or Chinese silk chicken) is a breed of chicken named for its atypically fluffy plumage, which is said to feel like silk and satin. The breed has several other unusual qualities, such as black skin and bones, blue earlobes, and five toes on each foot, whereas most chickens only have four. They are often exhibited in poultry shows, and also appear in various colors. In addition to t

🐔 Fun Facts About Silkie Chickens! 🐔 Silkie chickens are known for their unique appearance and charming personalities. Here are some fun facts about these delightful feathered friends: Soft and Fluffy Feathers: Silkie chickens have an extraordinary appearance due to their soft, fluffy feathers that resemble fur or silk. Their feathers lack barbicels, the tiny hooks that usually hold feathers together, giving them a silky and puffy appearance. Ancient Origins: Silkie chickens have a long histor

If you want those fluffy social media silkies, you'll have to source them from breeders that breed to the silkie standard. An exhibition breeder can especially help you!! Go to poultryshowcentral.com to see what shows are in your area this spring and visit and chat with people! If you're close to TN I'm always happy to talk silkies!! ❤️ #springchicks #silkies #notallarethesame #responsiblebreeders #exhibitionpoultry #backyardchickens #crazychickenlady #silkiesofinstagram #silkiechickens #backyar

Let's candle the silkie eggs from SilkiesPlus! #silkies #chickens #chickensofinstagram #backyardchickens #homestead #homesteading #farm #farming #farmlife | The Hot Mess Homestead

This hen is sitting on the eggs of white silkie hens #whitesilky #hatchingchicks | Rehman ch vlogs