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prey to hawks in localities where these enemies 

 are numerous. In stormy weather the crests are 

 liable to become wet and to cause inconvenience 

 to the fowls, as well as to make them more 

 liable to take cold. On account of their delicacy, 

 small size, and moderate egg production, they are 

 designated a fancy breed. 



They endure confinement quite well if kept in 

 dry and clean houses and yards. Their flesh is 

 esteemed for its fine quality. If one desires a 

 few handsome fowls, and is willing to give them 

 extra care, they will probably prove satisfactory, 

 but they are not practical for the poultry keeper 

 who desires to realize the largest profit from the 

 production of eggs or meat. 



Both sexes have large and handsome crests. 

 The comb of Polish fowls is peculiar in form and 

 differs materially from the combs of the breeds 

 previously described. It is V-shaped or branched 

 in form, and is often nearly, or quite, hidden by 

 the crest. 



The American Poultry Association recognizes 

 eight varieties of Polish fowls, namely: 



Bearded Golden, Golden, 



Bearded Silver, Silver, 



Bearded White, White, 



Buff Laced, White-crested Black. 



The shanks of all varieties are of a slate or 

 bluish color and the skin is white. Probably the 



