Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Carol Ekarius
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:224
Dimensions(mm): Height 276,Width 217
Category/GenrePoultry farming
Farm and working animals
ISBN/Barcode 9781580176675
ClassificationsDewey:636.5
Audience
Professional & Vocational
General
Illustrations full colour photographs throughout

Publishing Details

Publisher Storey Books
Imprint Storey Books
Publication Date 30 May 2007
Publication Country United States

Description

More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of this definitive primer for intrepid poultry farmers and feather fanciers alike. From the Manx Rumpy to the Redcap and the Ancona duck to his Aylesbury cousin, each breed is profiled with a brief history, detailed descriptions of identifying characteristics, and colourful photography. Comprehensive and fun, Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds celebrates the personalities and charming good looks of North America's quirkiest barnyard birds and waterfowl. AUTHOR: Carol Ekarius has been a full time livestock farmer for nearly a decade and has been involved with the sustainable agriculture movement for many years. She is the author of How to Build Animal Housing and Small-Scale Livestock Farming. Carol and her husband live in Hartsel, Colorado, with their many critters.

Author Biography

Carol Ekarius has been a full time livestock farmer for nearly a decade and has been involved with the sustainable agriculture movement for many years. She is the author of How to Build Animal Housing and Small-Scale Livestock Farming. Carol and her husband live in Hartsel, Colorado, with their many critters.