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5 stories filed under brahma on Alektorophobia. The newest of them: “New Feathers, Fowl Feelings: My Silkie Hen Is Not Egg-cited”, “Bernice's molt is no joke: she's rocking the post-shed glow, feathers optional”, and “Help me crack the code on these velvety mystery feathers”. So, I added two silkie chicks to my otherwise mellow flock of a Brahma, a Leghorn, and a Silkie hen with her roo, Tony. Bernice is out here looking like a half-plucked throw pillow, and honestly? Chickens. Everything there is to know about chickens and the fear of them. The list below is every brahma story on Alektorophobia, newest first.
New Feathers, Fowl Feelings: My Silkie Hen Is Not Egg-cited
So, I added two silkie chicks to my otherwise mellow flock of a Brahma, a Leghorn, and a Silkie hen with her roo, Tony. Everyone was happy... until they weren't. My Silkie hen is giving the newcomers the cold shoulder, a mild peck here, a dramatic avoidance there. Tony, bless his heart, tried to play dad and sit on them, but the chicks promptly retreated. For now, the babies bunk in a cozy shed spot while I supervise their daytime free-runs. It's all very "cluck-tastic" and non-violent, but will they ever be one big, happy feathered family? Should I nudge them toward a group roost?
Bernice's molt is no joke: she's rocking the post-shed glow, feathers optional
Bernice is out here looking like a half-plucked throw pillow, and honestly? I respect the commitment. When her head decided to ditch every feather at once, she went all in. No slow, graceful shed for this gal. She's rocking the post-shed glow like a true icon, feathers optional. It's a bold look, but hey, molt happens. For those of us who've watched our own feathered friends go through this scruffy phase, it's equal parts hilarious and concerning. But Bernice? She's handling it with the kind of confidence we should all aspire to. If you're dealing with your own balding beauty, you might find some comfort in our guide to their awkward stages, like that piece on those cluck-tastic Black Copper Marans teens.
Help me crack the code on these velvety mystery feathers
Velvet feathers are a genuine head-scratcher, and I'm completely here for it. When you're used to the usual fluff and feather patterns, stumbling on plumage that feels more like a plush toy than a bird is the kind of mystery that keeps us chicken folks up at night. It's not a Brahma look, and you're right to pause, those soft, almost velvety textures usually point to something like a Silkie or a Frizzle cross, but without more clues, it's a fun game of fowl hide-and-seek. I love that you're paying attention to the details; that's how we crack these egg-citing puzzles together. For more feathered friend forensics, our piece on cracking a fowl whodunit might tickle your fancy.
My King of Chickens Rules the Coop and My Heart
There's just something about a Brahma rooster that screams royalty, and King is living up to the name in the most cluck-tastic way possible. This feathered friend isn't just strutting around the yard; he's owning it with that majestic comb and those feathery boots that could make any other bird green with envy. I mean, who needs a crown when you've got that presence? King is the kind of rooster that makes you smile, even when he's doing something utterly ridiculous, like chasing a leaf or demanding treats with that signature Brahmas swagger. It's a love letter to the quirky side of backyard poultry, and honestly, it's egg-citing to see him celebrated.
A Stray Chick Strolls In, and Our Rooster Dreams Are on Hold
Talk about a feathered friend who's decided *you're* their new flock! This little one was found wandering a street with zero backstory, but it's clearly convinced you're family, runs on your heels the second it hits the ground. That's some serious imprinting magic, and honestly? Kind of adorable. As for the breed guess, Brahma is a solid call, they're big, fluffy, and famously chill. Age is trickier, but if it's still young enough to be clueless about other chickens, you've got time before the rooster question becomes urgent. Fingers crossed for a hen, right? 🤞🏻 Your setup sounds cluck-tastic: separate enclosure inside the run, dewormed, mite-checked, and a foraging buddy who wants you nearby. Smart move. For extra reassurance, our article "Chickens Got Her Good!