Mystic Onyx
$15.00 – $40.00
Mystic Onyx® were originally developed as a meat bird for a market similar to the Asian Blacks, but upon seeing their beauty, hatcheries decided to make these available to the public. These birds were developed from Silkies by crossing with meat birds and selecting for size, and their dark skin and meat. They resemble a Svart Hona or Ayam Cemani in color but typically feature orange-red flares in their plumage, creating a beautiful contrast with their iridescent green plumage and mulberry or black combs, and the occasional tuft on their head. They do come in a variety of colors from orange to red to the more typical black with red flares.
Breed | |
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Age | Preorder Newborn Chick, 10 day-old Chick, Pullet 2-3 months old |
Autosexed or Sex Link | No – Autosexed/Sex-linked |
Availability | ASAP, January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December |
Bird Type | |
Broody | Not very Broody |
Comb | Single Comb |
Handles Confinement | Good for Coop Life, Likes room to roam |
Conservation Status | n/a |
Egg Color | |
Eggs per Year | 200-250 |
Ideal for New England Weather | Cold and Hot Hearty |
Muffs/Tufts/Beards | Yes has Mufts/Tufts/Beards |
Rarity | Common |
Leg Color | Black Legs |
Approximate Laying Age | 6 months |
Heritage Breed | Not – Heritage Breed |
Noise Level | Below Average Noise |