nerdy chicken info: Luna is a silkie bantam. bantams are small breeds, about half the size of a regular chicken. silkies are a japanese breed that have unique feathers that are similar to the down of chicks even when they are grown. they lack the barbicels that act like tiny hooks to smooth traditional chicken feathers together, making their feathers look like fur. i read that when silkies were first being introduced to the west, breeders told buyers they were offspring of chickens and bunnies!
this little girl was a special addition to our flock, just for me (thank you andy for not freaking out too much when i added "just one more"). silkies are supposed to be very social, sweet, fun for kids. the verdict is out on that, so far luna seems to dislike us.
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