10 Facts About Chickens

Chickens are one of the most common and widespread domestic animals, with a total population of 23.

Chickens give different warning calls when they sense a predator approaching from the air or on the ground.

Chickens will sit or 'set' on the nest, fluffing up or pecking in defense if disturbed or removed.

Chickens leads them to food and water and will call them toward edible items, but seldom feeds them directly.

Chickens continues to care for them until they are several weeks old.

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Chickens are social, inquisitive, intelligent birds, and many find their behaviour entertaining.

Chickens were originally used for cockfighting, a sport where 2 male chickens fight each other until one dies or becomes badly injured.

Chickens are susceptible to several parasites, including lice, mites, ticks, fleas, and intestinal worms, as well as other diseases.

Chickens can carry and transmit salmonella in their dander and feces.

Chickens were spread by Polynesian seafarers and reached Easter Island in the 12th century AD, where they were the only domestic animal, with the possible exception of the Polynesian rat .