38 Farm Poultry 



Red Cap. This is recognized as a distinct 

 breed, yet the fowls resemble the Hamburgs in 

 many respects. They are somewhat larger than 

 the Hamburgs, and compare with them in size 

 much as the Minorcas compare with the Leg- 

 horns. They are quite hardy, and are extremely 

 good layers. They have large rose combs, which 

 have a tendency to grow somewhat irregular. 

 This makes them difficult to breed for exhibition 

 purposes. They have slate-colored shanks. The 

 plumage is red and black. Cocks should weigh 

 7%, hen 6%, cockerel 6, and pullet 5 pounds. 



