Species
The chicken (Gallus gallus domesticus) is a domesticated bird widely kept for its eggs and meat. Originating from wild junglefowl in Southeast Asia, chickens are social animals that live in flocks and communicate through various vocalizations. They have a comb on their head, wattles under the beak, and come in many breeds with diverse colors and sizes. Chickens are omnivores, eating seeds, insects, and small animals, and play a significant role in agriculture worldwide.