Domestic Chicken
ExploreBirds
Domestic Chicken
Gallus gallus domesticus
Domestic chickens are friendly birds that live on farms. They come in many colors and love to peck around for food.
Appearance
The Domestic Chicken has a small head with a fleshy red comb on top and matching wattles below its beak. Its body is covered in varied feathers, often white, brown, black, or reddish, with short, sturdy legs and a short tail.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAvesOrderGalliformesFamilyPhasianidaeGenusGallus
Category
BirdsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
Be the first to snap!
Interesting facts
A hen will cluck softly to her eggs before they even hatch!
Chickens dream, experiencing REM sleep just like humans do!
The tallest chicken ever recorded was almost two feet tall!
They can remember over 100 faces of other chickens and people!
Special abilities
Ability
Egg-cellent Layers
Domestic Chickens can lay an egg almost daily because of their specialized reproductive system that helps provide food for humans.
Ability
Dirt Diggers
Domestic Chickens can scratch and dig the ground with their strong feet because of their robust claws that helps them find hidden treats like worms.
Ability
Dust Bathtub
Domestic Chickens have the ability to roll in dry dirt because of their fine feathers that helps them clean parasites and keep their plumage healthy.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 30-70 cm
- Wingspan
- 60-90 cm
- Weight
- 1-5 kg
- Lifespan
- 5-10 years
- Top Speed
- 14 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 6-12
- Incubation
- 20-21 days
Diet & Feeding
They scratch and peck for a varied diet of seeds, insects, and plants.
Primary Foods
- seeds
- grains
- insects
- worms
- leafy greens
- small fruits
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
depends on
Humans
Homo sapiens
Provide shelter and food for them.
eaten by
Red Fox
Vulpes vulpes
Hunts chickens for food.
eaten by
Brown Rat
Rattus norvegicus
Preys on eggs and chicks.
eats
Common Earthworm
Lumbricus terrestris
A favorite food for foraging chickens.
Traits
Feathered
Feathered describes animals, primarily birds, possessing a covering of feathers.
Webbed Feet
Characterized by having toes connected by a membrane, typically aiding in swimming.
Social
Social animals live in organized groups, cooperating for survival benefits such as foraging, defense, and raising offspring.
Omnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet includes both plant and animal matter.
Domesticated
Domesticated refers to species that have been selectively bred and tamed by humans for specific purposes.
Diurnal
Diurnal animals are primarily active during daylight hours, typically resting or sleeping at night.
Speedster
This trait identifies organisms that exhibit exceptional swiftness in movement for hunting, escape, or travel.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
Also known as
ChickenHenRooster
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Chickens are gentle animals, but always ask an adult before petting them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Domestic Chicken?
30-70 cm
What is Domestic Chicken's wingspan?
60-90 cm
How much does Domestic Chicken weigh?
1-5 kg
How long does Domestic Chicken live?
5-10 years
How fast can Domestic Chicken move?
14 km/h
What does Domestic Chicken eat?
They scratch and peck for a varied diet of seeds, insects, and plants.
How does Domestic Chicken hunt?
Foraging
How many eggs does Domestic Chicken lay?
6-12
Snap Map
Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.
Loading map…
Recent Snaps
Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.
