White Leghorn Chicken
Cheese came to The Zoo after he was hatched as a science experiment in a local classroom. He is one of the friendliest roosters you'll ever meet. During the open season, you'll often see him perusing the Gift Shop or sleeping in a keeper's lap.
Scientific name
Gallus gallus domesticus
Lifespan
5-7 years
Range
Leghorns are domesticated, so they live wherever their human caretakers live.
Diet
Chickens are notoriously omnivorous, eating just about anything they can find, from fruits, seeds, and vegetation to insects, worms, and even small mammals.
Social Structure
It is believed that the leghorn breed of chicken originated in Tuscany, Italy.
Conservation Status
Domesticated
Threats in the Wild
N/A
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