The giant chicken known as Brahma is recognized worldwide as the “King of Chickens” due to its impressive weight ranging from 9kg to 18kg for roosters and 7kg for hens.
Chickens are perhaps the most widely domesticated and raised poultry species around the globe. There are various reasons why people raise chickens: for eggs, meat, or simply to enjoy watching chicks grow. For some, raising chickens is a hobby, while for others, it is a means of livelihood.
According to data from the Britannica Encyclopedia, there are about 60 different chicken breeds worldwide. These breeds are primarily medium-sized and mainly descended from the wild red junglefowl (scientific name: Gallus gallus, family Phasianidae, order Galliformes) of India.
However, the natural world is not without its oddities. Among chickens that stand under 70 cm tall and weigh an average of 2.6 kg, there are still giant breeds with a majestic and imposing appearance. One of these is the giant Brahma chicken, dubbed the “King of Chickens.”
With feathers covering its body all the way down to its toes, it resembles a Tibetan Mastiff more than a chicken.
The giant chicken known as Brahma.
Brahma chickens adapt well to the harshest weather, have strong resistance, and are relatively disease-free. For decades, many countries around the world have vied for this rare breed, each claiming it as a national treasure. Countries like India, Bangladesh, Turkey, China, Russia, the United States, and eventually England have all sought after this breed.
Due to its rarity, Brahma chicken owners believe it brings them good luck.
In 1852, this breed was personally raised by Queen Victoria of England, who later shared it with British aristocrats for breeding. Because it is a rare breed, Brahma chicken owners believe it brings them good fortune, strength, luxury, wealth, and power. Today, this breed has made its way to Vietnam.
This breed has now arrived in Vietnam.
Brahma is a large chicken breed with an upright and regal posture and a large head. Its strong legs are covered with thick, soft feathers that extend down to its toes. This breed can incubate and raise chicks well, even in the harshest weather conditions.
Brahma chickens weigh significantly, averaging between 9-18kg for roosters and about 7kg for hens. They produce around 70 to 90 eggs per year, with each egg weighing approximately 55-60g.
Brahma is a large chicken breed with a regal upright stature and a large head.
Due to the majestic appearance of Brahma chickens and the belief that they can bring good luck, strength, luxury, wealth, or power, they are highly sought after by chicken enthusiasts.
Brahma chickens are considered extremely robust. They have excellent resistance to diseases and can adapt well to confined environments. Brahma chickens have a relatively long lifespan, with some living up to 8-10 years.
In Vietnam, the price of Brahma chickens is not cheap. For chickens aged 2-3 weeks, the price is around 400,000 VND each, while chickens that have been raised for 4-6 weeks cost about 600,000 VND each, and parent chickens range from 15-30 million VND per pair, depending on color.
In Vietnam, the price of Brahma chickens is not cheap.
Recently, a rare breed of chicken called Ayam Cemani, known for its all-black appearance, has also appeared in Vietnam, selling for over 50 million VND. Due to its high iron content, the meat of the black chicken is believed to be very beneficial for pregnant women. Originating from Java, Indonesia, these chickens are highly sought after by affluent individuals worldwide. It is even believed that consuming black chicken meat brings prosperity and good fortune.
