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Rare chicken breeds will always be of interest to poultry enthusiasts. Some of our favorites are:
1. Ayam Cemani: This breed is native to Indonesia and is known for its all-black appearance, including its feathers, beak, and skin.
2. Brahmaputra Jungle Fowl: This breed is native to the Brahmaputra River region in India and is known for its distinctive coloring and long, flowing tail feathers.
3. Dorking: This ancient breed is believed to have originated in Rome and is known for its distinctive five-toed feet and white earlobes.
4. Houdan: This French breed is known for its striking appearance, with a crest of feathers on its head and a distinctive V-shaped comb.
5. Japanese Bantam: This small breed is native to Japan and is known for its delicate appearance and elaborate feather patterns.
6. Malay: This ancient breed is native to Southeast Asia and is known for its large size and long, flowing tail feathers.
7. Phoenix: This breed is native to China and is known for its long, flowing tail feathers and unique, upward-curving crest of feathers on its head.
8. Polish: This breed is native to Poland and is known for its distinctive crested head and small size.
9. Silkie: This breed is native to China and is known for its fluffy, silky feathers and distinctive black skin and bones.
10. Spangled Russian: This breed is native to Russia and is known for its distinctive coloring and long, flowing tail feathers.
Here are some other great opinions to consider:
Grubbly Farms: https://grubblyfarms.com/blogs/the-flyer/10-rare-exotic-chicken-breeds-to-add-to-your-flock
Chicken Scratch: https://cs-tf.com/fancy-chicken/
The Cheshire Horse: https://blog.cheshirehorse.com/2021/04/22/fancy-chicken-breeds/
Let us know your favorites, too!
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