Chicken

Chickens are an all-devouring species which means they will eat food that is of both animal and plant origin. If you have ever looked after a flock of hens, you definitely noticed it – no matter the origin of the matter, they will eat it. Since meat is animal flesh, chickens can and will eat … Read more

The apple tree is the most widespread fruit tree throughout most of the world, and its fruits have a long history of use as folk medicine. It is considered that the apple is the queen of health, and the saying “An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is completely justified! When apples are fully … Read more

The origins and even status of the bantam cochin breed might be obscure and up for debate, but they’re wonderful birds that are fun to keep and that are capable of showing their owners plenty of affection. They might not be very useful for meat or eggs, but they make excellent pets – and in … Read more

Any variant of the Orpington chicken breed is going to be a showstopper, but the Jubilee Orpington takes things to a different level. You may not have seen a Jubilee Orpington yet but you’re unlikely to forget these lovable beauties if you ever do. Perhaps the most surprising thing about Jubilee Orpingtons is that they … Read more

One of the strangest things about Delaware chickens is you may be hard-pressed to find farmers who know much about them. Despite being a heritage breed with very good qualities, Delaware chickens were not a big part of backyard flocks at their peak. This American chicken breed played a key role in the establishment of … Read more

It is estimated that there are 34.4 billion chickens in the world at any given moment. This is despite the fact that almost 200 million of these domestic fowls are slaughtered every single day. This means that around the world, a lot of people grow up and live around chickens. Many of us refer to … Read more

You might have little or even deep knowledge of our feathery friends, but did you know there are over 1600 recognized chicken breeds worldwide? Well, that’s according to an article published by the FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization). But amidst all these chicken kinds, only a few are commonly known, and Columbian Wyandotte is one … Read more

Nature just doesn’t seem to stop amazing us. From the long giraffe necks to the web-spinning dexterity of spiders, there’s just too much about it that stirs up our curiosity and leaves us with a plethora of unanswered questions. And now, when it comes to the avian category, and particularly the chickens, there remain lots … Read more

Vorwerk chickens have the amusing distinction of being the only chicken breed that shares its name with a brand of household appliances. However, the story of this Germanic chicken is a little bit more interesting. This is not a chicken you’re likely to come across in the US but it’s not as rare in certain … Read more

The world of chickens is full of breeds with great potential that have been conspicuously overlooked over the years. The California Grey chicken is an excellent example of one such breed. Despite having been around for more than 80 years, you’d be hard-pressed to find anyone who has had any significant experience raising these chickens. … Read more