Saipan Jungle Fowl

Saipan Jungle Fowl Chicken

The Saipan Jungle Fowl is a fascinating breed with a unique history. While often referred to as Jungle Fowl, they are not true Jungle Fowl but rather a breed with feral origins. These chickens were discovered living wild on Saipan, the largest island of the Northern Mariana Islands, and were introduced to the United States in 1945. Unfortunately, the original population in Saipan has since become extinct due to extensive crossbreeding, making the breed a rare and treasured addition to any flock.

Saipan Jungle Fowl are known for their tight feathering and distinctive, shorter tail feathers, setting them apart from other breeds. Males are particularly impressive, becoming extremely muscular and upright as they mature, with some standing as tall as 2 to 3 feet by the age of 2 to 3 years. This breed is slow to mature but rewards patience with its impressive stature and unique appearance.

These chickens are well-adapted to hot, humid climates, making them ideal for regions with challenging weather conditions. They are alert and vigilant, with a natural ability to evade predators, and are excellent foragers. Hens are particularly valued for their brooding instincts, making them exceptional mothers who take great care of their chicks.

At The Chicken Coop Company, we have been carefully developing and preserving our strain of pure wheaten Saipan Jungle Fowl since 1996, ensuring the continuation of this remarkable breed.

How tall do Saipan jungle fowl get?
The Saipan male can stand 2-3 feet tall, with tight feathering, shorter tail than most birds and as a 2-3 year old becomes very muscular and upright stature. They are slow to mature. During the Second World War, Saipan chickens were brought to the United States from Southeastern Asia and India.

What is the temperament of the Saipan chicken?
The Saipan chicken thrives in hot, humid weather, loves to forage, and is wary of predators. On the other hand, this breed can be aggressive toward other chickens. Slow-maturing Saipans are essentially an ornamental breed.

Are jungle fowl aggressive?
The Red Junglefowl is considered a low risk species to physical danger. It remains a fairly small species of pheasant and is quite shy and therefore usually does not pose a threat. It can however increase to moderate risk during the breeding season, or during catchment/movement.

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

• Poultry Show Class: Not Applicable
  
• Weights: Hen ——-8-9 lbs
  
• Rooster—-9-13 lb
  
• Pullet——-6  lbs
  
• Cockerel—8 lbs
  
• Purpose and Type: Ornamental
  
• Egg Shell Color: Cream or Pale Brown
  
• Egg Production: 40 – 90 eggs per year (estimates only, see FAQ)
  
• Egg Size: Medium
  
• Temperament: Active; can be aggressive towards other chickens
  
• Fertility Percentage: 40-55%
  
• Broody: Setters
  
• Mating Ratio: 6 Females to 1 Male
  
• Roost Height: 2 to 4 feet
  
• Country of Origin: Northern Mariana Islands
  
• APA: No
  
• TLC: Not Listed
  
• Breeder Source Farm: Poultry Breeding Farm has been developing our bloodline or strain of pure Saipan Chickens since 1996.