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quality. It is maintained by some breeders of Ply- 

 mouth Rocks that the quality of the flesh approaches 

 that of the Dorking. They are blocky fowls, have large, 

 full, plump, well-proportioned bodies, yellow shanks 

 and skin. The flesh is of good texture and flavor. 

 They are early maturing, considering their size, 



FIG. 16. Barred Plymouth Rock cockerel. 



are good layers, hardy both as little chicks and 

 mature fowls. They are excellent mothers, kind 

 and persistent sitters. The laying capacity is con- 

 siderably above the average of fowls. Authentic 

 records are reported of more than two hundred and 

 thirty eggs per year from single birds. The pullets 



