Boasting impossibly long legs, small firm breasts and minimal fat, heritage chickens are like the runway models of the poultry world. They cost a lot of money and require special treatment. So why ...

From egg production (spoiler alert: No chicken lays eggs every day) to regal plumage, these nine types of chickens are among the most prized varieties of backyard hens. Whether you are looking for the ...

Keeping chickens can be a fun and rewarding experience. An important part of beginning your chicken-keeping hobby is choosing which breed of bird to house in your backyard coop. Important factors to ...

Heritage breeders preserve rare poultry breeds for their history, beauty and genetic value, including Minorcas, Dorkings and ...

BARRED PLYMOUTH ROCK: A fowl with a striking black-and-white feather pattern, the Barred Rock is yellow-skinned and lays brown eggs. It is the first breed to be exhibited in a poultry show. It was ...

Everyone has heard the joke, “Why did the chicken cross the road?” But did you ever wonder who the original “chicken” was? All domesticated chickens had to come from somewhere, even the topic of this ...

With so many chicken breeds (plus hybrids and crossbred chickens), you’re sure to find the kind of chickens that are just right for your needs. Use our survey results to help you choose the best ...

While chickens aren’t usually considered “large” animals, some breeds are surprisingly big, ranging from towering roosters to plump hens as heavy as a small dog. Whether you’re a seasoned chicken ...

Mark Fonville ROLAND, ARK. -- The city chicken phenomenon shows no sign of waning in Dallas and its suburbs. The Irving City Council on April 6, for instance, voted on the number of hens and roosters ...