The Illustrated Guide to Chickens: How to Choose Them, How to Keep Them

This delightfully illustrated guide looks at 100 chicken breeds with information on their characteristics and care—with a foreword by Prince Charles.

Chickens are fun, useful, and easy to keep. But not all chickens are created equal! If you have ever considered raising your own backyard flock, you'll want to know which breed is right for you. The Illustrated Guide to Chickens contains all the information you need to choose from the 100 most familiar breeds of chicken in North America and Europe.

Packed with engaging and practical information, each breed's profile covers its history and main characteristics. You'll also find essential advice about poultry rearing and husbandry, as well as the pros and cons of pure breeds, hybrids, bantams, game foul, and the like.