Zongo Chicken Chickens
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Zongo Chicken Chickens Zongo Chickens are traditional dual-purpose birds from Burkina Faso. With natural resilience to heat and productive egg laying, they support rural families and subsistence farming systems in West Africa.
Disclaimer: Chicken breed information is based on general sources. Always verify details with a trusted local expert or chicken breeders.
Zongo Chicken Chicken Facts Quick List.
- Breed Name: Zongo Chicken
- Type: Heritage
- Cross Origin: Burkinabé utility strains
- Rarity: Rare
- Average Adult Weight: Rooster: 6.4 lbs (2.9 kg), Hen: 5.2 lbs (2.4 kg)
- Lifespan: 5–7 years
- Bird Color(s): Black, White
- Egg Production: 190–210 eggs/year
- Egg Color: Tinted
- Meat Production: Yes — subsistence farming bird
- Temperament: Resilient, Foraging, Active
- Cold/Heat Hardiness: Heat Hardy
- Broodiness: Moderate
- Notes / Special Traits: Sustainable rural chicken in West Africa
Zongo Chicken Chickens Tips, Tricks and Hacks
- Thrives in tropical and dry climates.
- Tinted eggs add interest to egg baskets.
- Very active — prefers open range systems.
- Great for meat harvesting at household scale.
- Broodiness helps regenerate small flocks.
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