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eggs. Further, they have an abundance of fluffy feathers which 
enables them to do their brooding well. 
s of this type are among the most 
economical foragers, considering their size. If opportunity is af- 
forded, they will roam a considerable range in search of insects and 
green food. In this way they often obtain their entire food supply. 
Sensttiveness to exposure. — The medium-sized combs and wat- 
‘tles, the compact body, and the thick coat of rather fluffy feathers 
enable this type to endure a much lower temperature than that of 
the egg breeds, although they do not equal the meat breeds in this 
respect. 
ORNAMENTAL BREEDS OF FOWLS 
The more noted breeds of ornamental fowls belong to the Polish, 
Game and Game Bantam, Oriental Game and Bantam, Ornamen- 
tal Bantam, and Miscellaneous 
Classes, which includes the 
Silkies, Sultans, and Frizzles, as 
grouped in the Standard of Per- 
fection. There are many varic- 
ties belonging to some of these 
classes. 
499. Characteristics of orna- 
mental breeds. — There is great 
variation in size, shape, and 
color among these ornamental 
breeds. Undoubtedly some of 
the breeds will lay a number of 
eggs, under favorable circum- 
stances, and, in addition, may 
produce. meat that is dxeallent for food; yet they are all inferior to 
the more specialized breeds. As a rule, the ornamental breeds are 
propagated for their beauty or attractiveness and for their novelty 
(Fig. 128). 
Fig.128.— The Hamburg. Asemi-orna- 
mental breed. 
