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Parisian
Frill
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The
Parisian Frill is the giant of all known varieties of the canary. It
is from 20 to 2 centimeters long, from the tip of the beak to
the extremity of the tail, and has a wingspan of 29 to 30
centimeters. It is a well-built bird, robust and vigorous,
prolific and a good singer like the common canary. It is
distinguished by several special characteristics which form
its show properties. These are: 1. Type. 2. Feathering
3. Elegance.
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Parisian Frill |
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Standard & Scale of Points |
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Size and Shape: |
From 19 to 22 cm. (7.5 to 8.5 in.)
Well Built. |
10 points |
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Feathering: |
Very even, Fine and long, or crisp
and sharp. |
10 points |
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Position: |
Well poised. Massive and symmetrical disposition of the
feathers. |
10 points |
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Mantle: |
Abundant and well develop, with
frills reaching almost to the rump. |
15 points |
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Breast Feathers: |
Double frills, well furnished and symmetrical.
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10 points |
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Flanks: |
Symmetrical with mantle and jabot. Rising well over the
wings and shoulders. |
10 points |
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Head and Neck: |
Frills on the head of the type “calotte” or the type “casquette”.
Perfect transition from head to body. |
8 points |
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Tail Coverts: |
Falling evenly from the rump on
either side. |
5 points |
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Wings: |
Long and close to the body. |
5 points |
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Legs and Feet: |
Well developed. Nails like corkscrew |
4 points |
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Tail: |
Long and large. Type of quills in line. |
4 points |
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Condition: |
Vigorous, with poise. General impression massive and
symmetrical. |
8 points |
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Total |
100 points |
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