Story’s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds

More than 128 birds strut their stuff across the pages of?Storey’s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds,?the ultimate primer for farmers and fancies alike. 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 toylike appearance of Call ducks. And if you’re curious to know which heritage turkeys are making a comeback, look no further.

This definitive guide to North American barnyard and wild fowl includes a brief history of each breed, detailed descriptions of identifying characteristics, and colorful photography that celebrates the birds’ quirky personalities and charming good looks. If it’s fowl facts and photos you want, you’ll find them all here.

Carol Ekarius is the co-author of?The Fleece & Fiber Sourcebook,?The Field Guide to Fleece, and?Storey?s Guide to Raising Sheep,?and she is the author of several books, including?Small-Scale Livestock Farming,?Storey?s Illustrated Guide to Poultry Breeds, and?Storey?s Illustrated Breed Guide to Sheep, Goats, Cattle, and Pigs. She lives in the mountains of Colorado, where her four-legged and winged family keeps her busy.