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The chicken is classed as the Chief POULTRY
BIRD, probably domesticated from a South
West Asian jungle fowl. Chickens are raised
commercially in highly merchandised indoor
chambers and are classified by their uses.
The leghorn chicken is the main egg breed in
the USA, while a cross between the fast
growing Plymouth Rock chicken and the deep
breasted Cornish henis are the most important
meat breed. Some varieties are raised for
their ornamental appearance, as pets, or for
cockfighting.
Subject by: Vanessa Pike