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Broad Breasted Bronze Turkeys

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The Broad Breasted Bronze, a large meat-producing turkey, has a long history in the United States.

Narragansett Turkeys

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Calm and broody, the Narragansett has grown in popularity due to its prolific nature.

Slate Turkeys

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The striking Slate, with its gray or slate-colored plummage, is a show bird and meat producer, as well.

Australorp Chickens

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A prolific producer of brown eggs, the Australorp is a black chicken with roots in Australia.

Langshan Chickens

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Tall, dual-purpose Langshans produce plenty of brown eggs.

Naked Neck (Turken) Chickens

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A solid dual-purpose bird, the Naked Neck's namesake trait can be passed on to any breed of chicken.

New Hampshire Chickens

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A relative of Rhode Island Reds, New Hampshires are primarly raised for meat.

Breed Profiles: Get to Know Orpington Chickens

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Plumage is important in this large chicken breed; the Orpington lays brown eggs and is a popular backyard chicken choice.

Rhode Island Red Chickens/Rhode Island White Chickens

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The deep mahogany-colored Rhode Island Reds are popular for meat and egg laying--and make fine show birds.

Nokota Horses

Animals | Breeds | Large Animals |
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Nokotas can excel as both trail and work horses. These rare horses have a square-set, angular frame.

Paint Horses

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The versatile Paints, mainly used for trail riding and western shows, have an interesting history.

Percheron Horses

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Mainly used as heavy draft work horses on farms, Percherons also can be ridden and shown; the breed was first developed in Medieval France to carry knights into battle.

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