Chickscope 1.5: Resources: Standard Varieties of Chickens

Standard Varieties of Chickens:

Yokohama Fowls

Yokohama fowls (fig. 42) are noted for the immense length of the tail and hackle feathers. Another variety, said to be superior in these points, are called Phoenix fowls. The Fung or Phoenix fowl is one of the myths of the Japanese religion, and is often seen in Japanese pictures. It is thought the Yokohama fowls were like those in the paintings, hence the name Phoenix is applied to the breed. The tails of these fowls average about a yard in length, and their colors and general appearance are those of the Games.

FIG. 42. - Long-tailed Japanese Game, or Phoenix, cock.

FOR FURTHER READING...

The following images come from the FeatherSite, "an on-line zoological garden of domestic poultry". The Phoenix (Yokohama) page contains further information about this breed's history and more images of these fowl.

Image Credits (from left to right): Courtesy of Barry Koffler; Courtesy of Barry Koffler; Courtesy of Barry Koffler; Courtesy of Barry Koffler

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