Ayam Pelung


Ayam Pelung or Pelung Chicken is a poultry breed from Cianjur, Indonesia. The males are considered to be "singing chickens", with contests being frequent in the Pelung area for the most melodious crowing. A full grown male may weigh and stand up to tall.
According to local myth, in 1850 H. Djarkasih, who was a local chicken hobbyist, religious teacher, and farmer in Bunikasih Village, Cianjur, Indonesia, found a young male chick in his garden and raised it. It matured quickly and uttered a long and melodious crow. Mamah Acih called it Ayam Pelung.

Features

Great Size and Posture

The Ayam Pelung is known for its large size and straight posture. A full-grown cock will reach 11-13 lbs and a hen 8 lbs. Their large size and quick growth rate makes them good broiler chickens.

Rapid Growth and Weight Gain

The Ayam Pelung grows very quickly compared with most other domestic poultry breeds..

Exceptional Crow

The Ayam Pelung is also known for its long, melodious crow.