Chickens, those feathered creatures that provide people with eggs, meat, feathers, and also companionship. And yet, though they are providers to people, how much do people know about chickens and how ...

Chickens long ago were seen as exotic, fascinating birds. These descendants of exotic Asian jungle fowl were once revered for their ferocity and intelligence. But then, we humans began eating them in ...

It may not seem like it, but chickens are incredible pets and livestock animals. They offer a unique blend of companionship, utility, and a lot of personality. They are not only endlessly entertaining ...

In his book “Why Did the Chicken Cross the World?” author Andrew Lawler traces poultry’s path from a few small forests to nearly every dinner table in America. Here’s some stuff from the book that ...

Regardless of whether they’re bred for food, eggs or to laugh at, chickens have some quirky traits worth clucking about. And with the number of chickens in Delaware — more than 250 million last year — ...

MUCH fun has been had this week at the expense of KFC, who were reported to have run out of chicken. But we haven’t run out of chicken facts, so here is a portion. 1. There are between 19 and 25 ...

Meghan Holmes is a writer and documentarian specializing in scientific topics such as the environment, invasive species, sustainability, and food issues. She holds a master's in Southern Studies from ...