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Polly the Silkie Chicken

Polly

Polly was rehomed from another owner.

She is an ambassador for the agricultural industry and how people can use consumer choice to impact the environment in a positive way.

Species

Bantam Silkie Chicken

Gallus gallus domesticus (Birds)

Conservation Status

IUCN: Not Evaluated

Native To

China (Domesticated)

Species Lifespan

Wild: Not Applicable

Captivity: 7-9 years

Date of Hatching

Unknown

Sex

Female

Arrived at Alveus

November 2023

Enclosure

Nutrition House

Animal Quest #1: Chicken Edition

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