Orangeface is what you might call a
semi-dominant factor. That is to say that a bird that inherits one
orangeface factor only, will be "split to" orangeface. In recessive
traits, like the dutch blue, American Yellow, etc., the "split" is
not visible. However because it is semi-dominant, the "split
orangeface" is noticeably different from both the orangeface and the
"normal."
Below is a picture of an orangeface lutino
and a "normal" lutino.
And below is an orangefaced
violet.
And now a of picture of an orangeface hen and
an orangeface lutino cock.
Now a test. Below is a picture of a little
of everything. Orangeface, Normal, and "split Orangeface." See if you
can tell the difference. Just be sure that the picture is done
loading so the resolution is at maximum.
(Here's a clue: There are two "normals,"
one split, and two orangefaces.)
(Hint: It shows most in the bib/chest
area.)
Well, how did you do?
Answer: #1 is "split," #2 is
Orangeface, #3 and #4 are "normal," and #5 is Orangeface.
Or, to be more specific: 1)
Medium Green-split-to-Orangeface. 2) Medium American Yellow
Orangeface. 3)Normal Lutino. 4) Normal Green. 5) Orangeface
Lutino.
More on "Split
to Orangeface"
You can also see Orangeface
American Yellows on my American
Yellow page.