At the conclusion of this volume, it has occurred to 
us, that a few observations on the more Common 
and Useful Varieties of Poultry, and the Poultry 
Yard, might not be unacceptable. 
The name Poultry is derived from the French word 
Poulet, and comprehends all the domestic varieties 
which we are in the hahit of rearing for the table, 
whether they be Land or Water Birds. 
COMMON OR BARN-DOOR FOWL, 
AND TURKEY. 
The most approved breed of the Common Fowl, is 
procured from the Dorking Cock, crossed with any 
Domestic Hen. The Dorking is very frequently dis- 
tinguished by the peculiarity of possessing five toes on 
each foot, by their pure white colour, and their supe- 
rior plumpness, with delicacy of flavour and whiteness 
in the flesh. Black or Speckled Hens are, however, 
esteemed better layers, and, in our experience, are less 
inclined to sit than most other varieties ; which is par- 
ticularly the case with the black breed of Poland. 
