Red Jungle Fowl

Red Jungle Fowl Chicken

The Red Jungle Fowl is considered the original ancestor of all domesticated chicken breeds, a belief supported by Darwin’s observations and research. These birds are slightly smaller than most standard chicken breeds but are larger than modern-day bantams. Their compact size and agility make them excellent for free-ranging, with a natural ability to evade predators, making them a top choice for those seeking hardy, self-sufficient birds.

The Chicken Coop Company’s bloodline descends from Red Jungle Fowl originating from the San Diego Zoo in California, ensuring a strong genetic heritage. Most Red Jungle Fowl from this lineage exhibit slate blue or grey-colored legs and distinctive white earlobes. However, variations may include moss-green legs and red earlobes, reflecting the diversity within the species' subgroups.

The Chicken Coop Company has been dedicated to preserving and breeding this unique bloodline since 1984, ensuring that these birds retain their wild characteristics and vigor. The Red Jungle Fowl is not only a living link to the origins of domesticated poultry but also a resilient and beautiful bird that thrives in natural, free-range environments.

How many eggs do Red Junglefowl lay?
The Red Junglefowl lays approximately 10 to 15 eggs in an entire year, in one or two clutches. A modern “egg-laying” hen has been bred to lay between 250 and over 300 large eggs in a year.

Is a Red Junglefowl a chicken?
Most scientists agree that the Southeast Asian Red Junglefowl (gallus gallus) is the primary wild ancestor of chickens.

Can Red Junglefowl fly?
Although many people believe that chickens can't fly, the Red Junglefowl can fly for short distances. It roosts in trees to avoid predators.

What is the lifespan of a Red Junglefowl?
Red Junglefowl can live 12 – 15 years. Predators: Predators of the Junglefowl are large birds such as hawks and eagles, reptiles and small carnivores.

What diseases do Red Junglefowl have?
Red Junglefowl are particularly prone to worm infestation, tapeworm, roundworm, hookworm are all common but deadly parasites that could potentially be transmitted to humans. Coccidiosis is another protozoa disease that infects the intestines and can be extremely deadly as well as transmissible to other species.