Classes of Chickens Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is a Broiler?

A chicken raised for meat (correct)

A type of breed

A chick under 1 pound

A chicken raised for eggs

What is a Poussin?

A 1 pound or less bird that is less than 24 days of age

How old are Cornish Game Hens, and what is their maximum weight?

Less than 30 days of age and weighing 2 pounds

What is a Fast Food oriented broiler?

Birds weighing between 2 pounds 6 ounces and 2 pounds 14 ounces, less than 42 days of age Signup and view all the answers

What is the weight range and age of a roaster?

5-8 lbs and between 55 and 60 days of age Signup and view all the answers

What are broilers for deboning?

Males weighing 7 to 9 lbs, 47 to 56 days of age, processed to make nuggets, patties, and other value-added products Signup and view all the answers

What is a Capon?

Surgically castrated males approximately 14-15 weeks of age, weighing 7-9 lbs. Signup and view all the answers

What are heavy hens?

15 month old birds that are spent breeders, weighing 5-5.5 lbs Signup and view all the answers

What does '3's and Up' refer to in chickens?

Birds weighing 3 to 4.75 lbs and between 40 to 45 days of age Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Classes of Chickens

Broiler: Raised specifically for meat production; differs from layers that are used for egg production.
Poussin: A young chicken, typically weighing 1 pound or less, and less than 24 days old.
Cornish Game Hens: Young birds, under 30 days of age, with a weight of approximately 2 pounds.
Fast Food Oriented Broiler: Weighs between 2 pounds 6 ounces and 2 pounds 14 ounces; less than 42 days old, processed without necks, giblets, tail fat, and leaf fat.
Roaster: Chickens typically weighing between 5 and 8 pounds, aged 55 to 60 days.
Broilers for Deboning: Males that weigh 7 to 9 pounds and are 47 to 56 days old; specifically processed for products like nuggets and patties.
Capon: Surgically castrated males aged 14-15 weeks, weighing 7-9 pounds; known for desirable plumpness and tenderness, considered a specialty item.
Heavy Hens: Spent breeders around 15 months old, weighing approximately 5 to 5.5 pounds.
3's and Up: Chickens weighing between 3 and 4.75 pounds and aged 40 to 45 days; commonly sold in whole, parts, or cut-up forms at retail stores.

Description

Explore the various classes of chickens with this informative flashcard quiz. Learn the definitions and specific characteristics of broilers, poussins, and Cornish game hens. Perfect for poultry enthusiasts and students alike!