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Dorking
Selectively bredUncommon in the tradeIntermediate to keep

Coloured (Dark)

A variant of Dorking (Gallus gallus domesticus)

Coloured (Dark)

Representative Dorkingphoto — a dedicated image of this exact morph isn't available yet.

The large, dark-plumaged dual-purpose Dorking with rich coloured hackles; the heaviest and most traditional table form.

Keeper tips for this variant

These are big, heavy birds — give low, wide roosts to spare their short legs, as high perches cause bumblefoot on landing.

This page covers the Coloured (Dark) variant. For full husbandry, water params, diet and health —General care: Dorking

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