Shamo
Gallus gallus domesticus
✨ Fait Amusant
The Shamo is one of eight chicken breeds designated as a Japanese National Natural Monument, meaning their breeding, export, and slaughter are regulated by the Japanese government as part of cultural heritage preservation.
A Japanese hard-feathered breed of imposing stature developed from Malay fighting birds introduced to Japan from Thailand (Siam — hence 'Shamo') in the 17th century. Shamos are powerfully muscular birds with extremely tight feathering, an erect posture, and pearl-grey eyes that give them a fierce, hawk-like gaze. Historically a cockfighting breed in Japan, today Shamos are kept as exhibition birds. They are a National Natural Monument of Japan — one of only a handful of chicken breeds given government protection.
🏷️ Race
Shamo
💭 Tempérament
Bold, stubborn, aggressive between males, loyal to keeper
📏 Taille
Large (4.1-5.0 kg)
⏳ Espérance de vie
6-10 years
🎨 Couleurs
Wheaten, black, black-red, white, dark
🌍 Origine
Japan — developed from Thai Malay imports, 17th century
🏠 Habitat
Spacious individual pens; males must be separated
🍽️ Alimentation
High-protein grower and maintenance pellets
🎯 Usage
Ornamental
🥚 Couleur des œufs
Tinted
👑 Type de crête
Pea
🏅 Classe EE
Large Fowl