Silkie Chicken
Silkie chickens are domesticated birds with fluffy feathers. Our silkies are free range during the day at The Zoo and sleep in their coop at night.
Scientific name
Gallus gallus domesticus
Lifespan
7-9 years
Range
Silkies are domesticated, so they live wherever their human caretakers live.
Diet
Chickens are notoriously omnivorous, eating just about anything they can find, from fruits, seeds, and vegetation to insects, worms, and even small mammals.
Social Structure
Many silkies are polydactyl, meaning they have 1 or 2 extra toes. Silkies are decent layers and often calm and friendly when handled.
Conservation Status
Domesticated
Threats in the Wild
N/A
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