Cornish Chicken
A species of Red Junglefowl, Also known as White Laced Red Cornish Scientific name : Gallus gallus domesticus 'Cornish' Species : Red Junglefowl
Cornish Chicken, A species of Red Junglefowl
Also known as:
White Laced Red Cornish
Scientific name: Gallus gallus domesticus 'Cornish'
Species: Red Junglefowl
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Description
With an unmistakable stocky figure and brooding, muscular composition, the cornish Chicken is a remarkable display of avian strength. Its rapid growth rate, engrained through selective breeding, sets it apart. Interestingly, it is the ubiquitous choice for commercial meat production, owing to its juicy, texturized yield.
Female Weight
8 Lbs
Male Weight
10.5 Lbs
Comb Type
Pea
Foraging Ability
Poor
Preferred Climate
Warm
Care Level
Easy to moderate
Egg Size
Small to medium
Egg Color
Tinted
Production Rate
Fair
Production Rate Range
50 - 80 eggs
Begin Laying At
18 - 20 weeks
Laying Frequency
1 time a day
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General Info
Origin
England
Lifespan
5-8 years
Use
Meat, Show
Temperament
Aggressive
Diet
Standard poultry feed, fresh vegetables, fruits, and occasional proteins like mealworms.
Shelter
Secure coop with ventilation, nesting boxes, and roosting perches.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Birds Family
Phasianidae Genus
Junglefowl Species
Red Junglefowl Breed
Cornish Chicken