The world's top ten most expensive chickens

The chicken breeds we often see in the market are mostly priced between 10 and 20 yuan per catty, which is within the scope of mass consumption. However, in this world, there are also some precious chicken breeds that can be called "luxury goods", which are so expensive that ordinary people cannot easily afford them.

So, do you know which is the most expensive chicken in the world? Currently recognized as one of the most expensive chicken breeds in the world is the "metal chicken" (also known as the Achu chicken) with metallic feathers. In addition to it, there are a number of chicken breeds with peculiar appearance, pure bloodline or extremely high cultural value, which are listed as the "Top Ten Precious Chickens in the World".

Some of these chicken breeds originate from traditional Asian breeding culture, while others are top ingredients for Western royal banquets; some are known for their stunning appearance, while others are famous for their extremely tender meat.

Next, follow the editor to learn more about these valuable world's top chickens and explore the amazing features and stories behind them!

1. Metal Chicken

(5.97 million yuan/piece) (pet chicken with all black body including internal organs/difficult to breed)

Metal Chicken, also known as "Ayam Cemani", is an extremely rare black-feathered chicken breed native to Indonesia. This chicken is almost "black" all over - from feathers, feet, claws, tongue to muscles and even internal organs, almost no part is not black, so it is called "All Black Chicken".

This unique black color is not just the appearance, but is caused by a genetic mutation called Fibromelanosis in its body, which makes almost all its tissues except blood appear dark black.

It is worth mentioning that the metal chicken is not evolved from the wild naturally, but is bred by a biotechnology institution in Indonesia through long-term selection. It not only has a strong visual impact, but also carries a strong religious and cultural symbolic meaning - in the eyes of local Javanese, the metal chicken is a sacred symbol, known as the "noble among birds", and is often used in important ceremonies or sacrificial activities.

Due to its rarity and mystery, the metal chicken is currently only legally bred in Indonesia, and the number is very small, so the market price is naturally rising. It is said that a purebred metal chicken can be sold for as much as $900,000 (equivalent to nearly 6 million yuan), so it is also called the "Chicken in Lamborghini", symbolizing top luxury and unique bloodline.

2. Long-tailed Chicken

(700,000 yuan/piece) (Peacock among chickens/purely ornamental chicken)

The long-tailed chicken is a rare chicken breed bred by Japanese artificial breeding for ornamental purposes. The biggest feature of this chicken is its extremely exaggerated and elegant tail feather length, which can usually reach 6 to 7 meters, so it is known as the "peacock among chickens".

Because the breeding of long-tailed chickens is extremely difficult, long-term careful feeding and environmental control are required to ensure that the tail feathers continue to grow and are not damaged. The breeding process consumes manpower, material resources and time. Therefore, in Japan and the international market, this chicken has always been a symbol of status and taste.

According to records, in 1974, a long-tailed chicken with a tail feather of 12.5 meters appeared, shocking the world. Its price was as high as about 700,000 yuan, and it was hailed as a "living work of art". However, the price of long-tailed chickens in the general market is relatively affordable, with prices ranging from 400 to 1,000 yuan, but there are still large differences due to differences in appearance, feather color, body shape and tail feather length.

3. Brahma Chicken

(100,000 yuan/piece) (The largest chicken in the world/beautiful feather color but difficult to breed)

Brahma Chicken, also known as Brahman Chicken, is one of the largest chicken species in the world. The height of an adult individual can exceed one meter, and it can be called a "giant in the chicken world".

There is still some controversy about its origin, but the more mainstream view is that this chicken is a fine breed bred by hybridization of the Chinese Nine Yellow Chicken in the United States. It is said that it first appeared in public at the court banquet of Queen Victoria of the United Kingdom. At that time, it was presented to the Queen as a precious gift, so it once became a symbol of status and dignity.

The Brahma chicken has a majestic appearance, a proud and unique gait, but an unusually gentle personality. It is not only eye-catching in size, but also favored by breeding enthusiasts for its "aristocratic temperament". However, due to its poor genetic stability and high difficulty in breeding, its market supply is relatively scarce, and the price naturally rises.

In the market, the price of a young Brahma chicken usually ranges from a few hundred yuan to 1,000 yuan, while the price of an adult Brahma chicken with good body shape can reach several thousand yuan or even tens of thousands of yuan. It is said that there was once a Brahman chicken with extremely bright fur in the United States that was sold at a high price of 100,000 yuan, which is amazing.

4. Cockfighting

(Born warriors/cockfighting enthusiasts like to raise cocks)

Cockfighting is a traditional activity with a long history and was once regarded as an important part of folk entertainment. Cockfighting culture has deep roots in many parts of the world, especially in Southeast Asia, South Asia and some parts of China. However, in recent years, due to the involvement of high stakes and animal welfare issues, most countries and regions have imposed strict restrictions or even a complete ban on cockfighting activities.

Fighting cocks were popular in the past because they have the physical characteristics of "natural warriors": short feathers that stick to the skin, with various colors but few in number; delicate heads and quick reactions; strong and powerful toes; strong skeletons, well-developed muscles, thick skin, and the ability to withstand high-intensity fighting, making them "gladiators" among chickens.

So, what is the price of a fighting cock? According to market information, Vietnamese fighting cocks are more famous, and the price is usually between 1,000 and 5,000 yuan. The price of some purebred, well-trained, and well-known fighting cocks is even higher. There was a record showing that a Chinese rooster from an ancient fighting cock bloodline was sold at a high price of 17,000 yuan, which shows its high market value.

5. Dong Tao Chicken

(15,000 yuan/piece) (delicious meat but high breeding cost)

Dong Tao Chicken is native to the Dong Tao area of Hung Yen Province, Vietnam, and is famous for its thick legs like human wrists. This chicken not only has a unique appearance, but also has tender meat and rich flavor, which is deeply loved and sought after by local diners.

According to the collated data, Dong Tao chicken has a very high status in Vietnam. It was once a tribute to the royal family and an important sacrificial offering. Today, although it is open to private breeding, due to its long growth cycle and its popularity in high-end restaurants, the market demand remains high, causing prices to continue to rise.

As early as 2013, a farmer in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, refused to sell a Dong Tao chicken for 50 million Vietnamese dong (about 15,000 yuan), which shows how precious it is.

6. Cochin Chicken

(10,000 yuan/piece/very cute and docile pet chicken)

Cochin Chicken is a rare chicken with great ornamental value. It is deeply loved by poultry lovers because of its covered body hair and round and cute appearance. This chicken is gentle, friendly, quiet, happy to interact with humans, and also likes to be stroked. It is a very suitable pet chicken for family breeding.

According to historical records, Cochin Chicken was first introduced from China to Europe and the United States in the mid-19th century. With its distinctive appearance, it quickly became a favorite among the aristocratic circle. Their feathers are dense and cover their whole body, even their legs and toes are covered with soft down, which gives them strong resistance to cold; but at the same time, they are prone to stress reactions due to overheating in the hot summer, so they have high requirements for the breeding environment.

Cochin chickens are highly adaptable and do not like to run around for food. They prefer to be fed by their owners rather than find food on their own, so they are also very suitable for urban captivity. In the pet market, the price of Cochin chickens with good appearance often starts at more than 10,000 yuan.

7. Bresse chicken

(10,000 yuan/piece) (French "national chicken"/strict breeding requirements)

Bresse chicken is a rare chicken breed originating from the Bresse region in eastern France, named after its place of origin. This chicken has a flaming red comb and snow-white feathers,and steel-blue feet, which echo the three colors of the French flag, so it is known as the "French national chicken" and has a high symbolic significance and status.

According to public information, Bresse chickens are raised in a pure natural free-range mode, which has extremely strict requirements for the growth environment. They grow at the foot of the Alps, can only drink natural spring water, and are raised in open pastures. The entire breeding cycle is slow and the output is limited, resulting in extremely high costs. Historically, this chicken was even a tribute to the French royal family, and ordinary people rarely had a taste of it.

Due to its unique growth environment, excellent meat taste and nutritional value, Bresse chickens are highly respected worldwide. In the high-end market, the price can be as high as more than 300 yuan per kilogram, and some top-quality individuals are even sold for nearly 10,000 yuan each. ...

8、Serama Chicken

(5,000 yuan/piece) (The smallest bantam chicken/dominant appearance)

The Serama chicken is known as the smallest bantam chicken in the world and is native to Malaysia. This miniature chicken breed is known for its petite body and unique demeanor. Adult individuals are usually only about 15 to 20 cm tall. Although small in size, they have distinctive appearance characteristics.

Its most notable features are: extremely developed chest muscles, standing with head held high and chest puffed out, with an arrogant look; the tail feathers are high and almost vertical to the body, at right angles to the ground; the wings hang naturally close to the body, with the ends close to the ground, and the whole chicken seems to be on display at all times, giving people a visual impression of full aura.

Due to its gentle personality, exquisite and "domineering" appearance, Serama chickens are deeply loved by pet lovers and are often raised as ornamental chickens or family pets. It is said that a Serama chicken with excellent appearance was sold for as high as 5,000 yuan. However, in the daily market, the price of ordinary individuals is relatively affordable, depending on the appearance, and can be purchased for a few hundred yuan.

9. Polish Chicken

(1,000 yuan/chicken) (chickens are prone to premature death/very beautiful pet chicken)

Polish chicken, also known as "ink chicken", is a rare chicken species mainly for viewing. They are small in size, but have artistic feathers and a variety of colors. The most representative one is the black and white interweaving like ink painting variety. In addition, the brown and yellow feather system is also very popular. This chicken is not only eye-catching in appearance, but also because of its cute temperament, it is often raised as a pet chicken, especially in the United States, where there are many people who like to raise Polish chickens.

It is reported that the price of Polish chickens is relatively high, and the price of a fertilized egg can reach 40 to 50 yuan. Moreover, since this kind of chicken is weak in its infancy and has a low survival rate, it is difficult to breed, which makes it more precious in the market. The market price of an adult Polish chicken is usually between 800 and 1,000 yuan, and the price of high-quality individuals is higher.

10. Silky-feathered black-bone chicken

(Rarely seen in the market/the main raw material of the tonic Wuji Zifeng Pill)

Silky-feathered black-bone chicken, also known as Taihe black-bone chicken, originates from the northern foot of Wushan Mountain in Taihe County, Jiangxi Province, so it is also called "Wushan chicken". This chicken is famous at home and abroad for its unique "ten characteristics", including: mulberry-shaped comb, tassel-shaped feather crown, emerald green ear leaves, facial beard, silky feathers, hairy feet, five toes, black skin, black meat and black bones, which can be called a rare chicken.

Silky-bone chickens are not only unique in appearance, but also regarded as a tonic in traditional Chinese medicine for their rich nutritional and medicinal value. They are one of the important raw materials for the traditional Chinese medicine "Wuji Baifeng Pills". Their meat is tender and rich in amino acids, proteins, trace elements and other nutrients.

However, this precious chicken breed is not common in the market, not because its price is prohibitive, but because of its scarce stock and limited production area, and it is more used in medical and tonic formulas rather than daily tables, making it difficult for ordinary consumers to taste it.

The 10 most expensive chickens in the world are mainly recommended based on the auction prices, selling prices and other related information of precious chickens in various countries around the world. They are for reference only to help you understand the most expensive chickens in the world. If you have any questions, please comment/criticize at the end.

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