The Little Book of Chickens - An illustrated guide to the extraordinary lives of chickens

The trend for backyard chickens has surged during the pandemic. Of the 150 most populated US cities, 93% allow backyard chickens, so it''s no wonder the hobby has grown. Amazon searches for chick supplies are up 758%, with local hatcheries recording 500% demand increase, as people look to reduce environmental impact, improve food traceability, or simply to enjoy the joy of chicken company. The Little Book of Chickens is a charming, informative book of all things chicken - from anatomy and choosing the right breed for you, to fun factoids, eggs, and truly gorgeous breeds - all in a beautifully illustrated gift book. Contents Chapter One: The Story of Chickens What is a Chicken? Chicken Anatomy Bantams and Frizzles and Orps, Oh My!: Chicken Breeds Chapter Two: Chicken Life From Egg to Chicken: The Chicken Life Cycle Eggs Chicken Behavior and Calls Courting and Socializing Chapter Three: Raising Chickens Why Keep Chickens? Keeping Chickens: An Introduction Choose Your Chicken(s) in 5 Easy Steps Equipment and Coops 12 Best Backyard Chicken Breeds Chickens continue to fascinate and charm all - from novice chicken-rearers and animal-lovers to dedicated ecologists. Discover the story of these incredible creatures, with The Little Book of Chickens .

Info autore

Jessica Ford is a writer, mother, life-long keeper of chickens, former competitor at American Poultry Association shows, and the chicken and homestead contributor to Home, Garden and Homestead—an online “Guide to Modern Living” to creating an independent, healthy, and sustainable homestead lifestyle.

Amy Holliday is an illustrator, painter, and animal-lover. Her clients include Better Homes and Gardens, Penguin Random House, and Stylist magazine, among others. For HarperCollins, she has illustrated The Little Book of Bees and The Honey Book.

Dettagli sul prodotto

• Autori: Jessica Ford
• Con la collaborazione di: Amy Holliday (Illustrazione)
• Editore: William Collins
• Lingue: Inglese
• Formato: Copertina rigida
• Pubblicazione: 08.05.2025
• EAN: 9780008753436
• ISBN: 978-0-00-875343-6
• Dimensioni: 134 mm x 181 mm x 12 mm
• Categorie: Guide e manuali > Natura; Scienze naturali, medicina, informatica, tecnica > Biologia > Zoologia; NATURE / Animals / General, NATURE / Animals / Birds, PETS / Birds, SCIENCE / Natural History, PETS / Reference, natural history, Zoology: birds (ornithology), Birds (ornithology), Farm & working animals, Domestic animals & pets, Domestic animals and pets, Nature and the natural world: general interest, Farm & working animals: general interest, Poultry farming