324 Animal Husbandry 
DETAIL CHARACTERS OF FOWLS 
In judging poultry a detailed examination of the characters is 
of first importance. This is due to the minute shades of difference 
Fic. 132.— Judging poultry. 
between varieties and 
breeds. Such an in- 
spection calls for a 
thorough knowledge of 
the Standard for each 
class under considera- 
tion. That no char- 
acters be overlooked, 
they should be consid- 
ered in order (Fig. 132). 
510. Symmetry. — 
This should be noted 
before the fowl is 
touched. Symmetry 
refers to the harmoni- 
ous union of the char- 
acters and to the gen- 
eral style and finish. 
It considers the fowl as 
a whole. The general 
make-up should be 
typical of the variety 
and the breed. 
511. Weight. — 
Where Standard 
weights are required, 
they should be taken and recorded before the judge handles the 
fowl. Cut according to the Standard rules. American varieties 
are criticised for over-weight as well as under-weight. Non- 
weight varieties should be cut for under-size. 
