Fulani ecotype chickens
Fulani ecotype chickens is a type of domestic chicken reared by the Fulani people. They are good egg layers with high quality meat.[1] These chickens are not easily attacked by diseases and tend to live longer. [2]
Characteristics
Fulani ecotype chickens are heavier and rich in meat quality. It carries a dominant feather gene. Research suggested that the chickens's adaptive feather genes will soon die out and need to be preserved.[3] Male Fulani ecotype chickens have a large comb and wattle size. They have varied plumage colours with a feather that is suitable for the tropical climate in Nigeria.[4]
Uses
They are mainly reared for high quality meat and eggs
References
- ↑ Osaiyuwu, OH; Salako, AH; Adurogbangban, O (2011). "Body dimensions of Fulani and Yoruba ecotype chickens under intensive systems of management". Journal of Agriculture, Forestry and the Social Sciences. 7 (2). doi:10.4314/joafss.v7i2.64358. ISSN 1597-0906. Retrieved 2018-03-25.
- ↑ "Fulani ecotype chickens better than others —Researcher". Nigerian Breaking News, Investigative stories,Features, Videos,Pictures, Entertainment, Business Stories e.t.c. 2018-03-25. Archived from the original on 2016-11-03. Retrieved 2018-03-25.
- ↑ "Characterization of the Fulani-ecotype chicken for thermoregulatory feather gene". Livestock Research for Rural Development. 2006-01-13. Retrieved 2018-03-25.
- ↑ Ige, A.O.; Salako, A.E.; Yakubu, A.; Adeyemi, S.A. (2012). "Qualitative Traits Characterization of Yoruba and Fulani Ecotype Indigenous Chickens in Derived Savannah Zone of Nigeria". International Journal of Poultry Science. 11 (10): 616–620. doi:10.3923/ijps.2012.616.620. Retrieved 2018-03-25.