Cochin
Gallus gallus domesticus
✨ Hauska Fakta
When the first Cochins arrived in Britain in 1843, 'Hen Fever' swept the country — people paid extraordinary sums for single birds, poultry shows drew crowds of thousands, and The Times of London ran front-page stories about egg-laying competitions. Charles Darwin studied Cochin genetics extensively for 'On the Origin of Species'.
A spectacularly fluffy Chinese breed introduced to Europe in the 1840s that single-handedly created the 'Hen Fever' craze of the Victorian era. Cochins have an extraordinary abundance of soft, loose plumage covering every part of their body including their feet and legs, making them look twice their actual size. Though poor egg layers and slow growers by modern standards, their visual magnificence and docile nature made them the most sought-after breed in 19th-century Britain and America. Queen Victoria's enthusiasm for them drove the hen fever to its peak.
🏷️ Rotu
Cochin
💭 Luonne
Calm, gentle, docile, friendly, good with children
📏 Koko
Large (3.6-5.0 kg)
⏳ Elinikä
5-8 years
🎨 Värit
Buff (most famous), black, white, blue, partridge, cuckoo, silver-laced
🌍 Alkuperä
China — Cochinchina region (now Vietnam/southern China); introduced to Europe 1843
🏠 Elinympäristö
Enclosed run or garden; feathered feet need dry ground conditions
🍽️ Ravinto
Layer pellets; limited forager — watch for obesity
🎯 Käyttötarkoitus
Ornamental
🥚 Munan väri
Brown
👑 Harjatyyppi
Single
🏅 EE-luokka
Large Fowl