Storey's Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds. Author Carol Ekarius provides enough information to satisfy both the dedicated browser and the serious farmer weighing the pros and cons of multiple breeds. For each animal, readers will find stunning color photography, a brief history, and a detailed description of more than 120 breeds of barnyard fowl. Including chickens,turkey,ducks, emu, peacocks, guinea ostrich,pheasant, geese and many more. The identifying characteristics included for each breed are: class (standard and bantam); size (for cocks and hens); appearance of comb, wattles, and earlobes; color (everything from black-breasted red to silver laced); place of origin; conservation status; and special qualities (including longevity, size and quantity of eggs, quality of meat, and other relevant uses. Admire the handsome black and white plumage of Lakenvelder roosters, read the fascinating history of the Blue Hens of Delaware, and marvel at the petite size and toy like appearance of call ducks. 10 X 8.5, 278 page, paperback. To Order By Phone Call Toll Free: 866-596-9982